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Glimpses  of  Camden 


On  the  Coast  of  Maine 


I  heard  or  seemed  to  hear  the  chiding  sea 
Say,  Pilgrim,  why  so  late  and  slow  to  come  ? 
Am  I  not  always  here,  thy  summer  home  ? 


Is  not  my  voice  thy  music  morn  and  eve  ? 
My  breath  thy  healthful  climate  in  the  heats? 
My  touch  thy  antidote,  my  bay  thy  bath  ? 

—  Emerson. 


250  ILLUSTRATIONS 


Copyright,  1916,  by  John  R.  Prcscotl 


PUBLISHED  BY  JOHN  R.iPRESCOTT,  NEWTONVILLE,  MASS  ,  1916 


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Camden  Mountains  from  DillinKlmm  Point 


Glimpses  of  Camden 


CAMDEN,  an    unusually  picturestjue   sea  and   mountain   town   on   the  coast  of  .Maine,   is  too   well   known    to  call   for  any 
extended  description.      It  has  attracted,  and  will  contiiuie  to  attract,  those  who  wish  to  conil)ine  in  a  single  locality  what 
is  most  desirable  in  scenery,  climate  and  all  the  elements  of  summer  enjoyment.      In  each  of  these  particulars  Camden's 
advantages  are  unusual  and  are  set  forth  in  their  proper  order  in  the  following  pages. 

Natural  Advantages      In   the   matter  of   natural   advantages,    Camden   has  a  combination   of  sea,    mountain   and  lake  scenery 
which  is  unecjualed  on  the  Atlantic  coast.      Other  places  have  the  sea   and   lakes:    a  single  place,  Mt. 
Desert,  has  the  sea  and  mountains;  but  Camden  alone  has  sea,  lakes  and  mountains  in  perfect  cond)ination. 

Penobscot  Bay      Penobscot  Bay  which  lies  midway  along  the  coast  of  Maine,  constituting  its  greatest  indentation,  is  about  forty- 


five  miles  wide  where  it  meets  the  ocean.      At  its  eastern  and  western  portals,  imposing  mountain  groups,  stray 
members  of  the  Appalachian   range,  dip  into  the  sea  and   rise  directly  from   the  water's  edge. 

Mountain  Environment      Camden   lies  at  the  base  of  the  western  group,  five  of  the  peaks  surrounding  it  having  an  elevation  of 

o\  er  one  thousand  feet.  In  front  of  the  mountains  there  is  the  blue  sea  thickly  strewn  with  islands, 
and  directlj'  back  of  the  mountains  a  chain  of  lakes;  while  beyond  these,  range  after  range  of  the  lesser  mountains  stretch  away 
into  the  distance. 

Accessibility  Camden  is  in  easy  touch  with  the  rest  of  the  world,  yet  enough  out  of  the  beaten  line  of  travel  to  give  it  desired 
pri\acy.  So  far  it  has  escaped  excursion  traffic.  It  is  reached  by  three  highly  attractive  routes:  steamer,  rail 
and  automobile.  The  automobile  route  mostly  over  state  roads,  through  Portland,  Hrunswick,  Bath  and  Rockland,  follows  the 
famous  Maine  Coast  Automobile  route  to  Camden,  some  one  hundred  and  seventy-five  miles  from  Boston,  and  then  on  to  Belfast, 
Bangor  and  Bar  Harbor.      It  is  a  comfortable  day's  run  from  Boston  to  Camden. 

Steamer  Route      The   steamer   route    via   the   large   turbine   steamers   of  the   Eastern   Steamship   Corporation  is  very  popular. 
Steamers  lea\e  India  Wharf,  Boston,  daily  at  5  v.m.,  affording  a  daylight  sail   past  Nahant,  Marblehead  and 
Cape  Ann,  on  the  Massachusetts  coast,  followed   by  the  restful   hours  of  a  night  at  sea.      Camden,  the  second   stop,  is  reached 
before  seven  o'clock  the  next  morning. 


Rail  Route  The  rail  route  with  day  and  night  Pullman  trains  from  Boston,  Portland  and  New  York  passes  through  the 
attractive  countryside  and  seashore  places  of  eastern  New  England  and  has  its  terminus  at  liockland,  the  metropolis 
of  Penobscot  Ba3'  and  the  distributing  point  of  its  extensive  summer  travel.  Here  both  rail  and  steamboat  lines  converge,  and 
in  the  early  morning  the  necessary  transfers  are  made  to  Bar  Harbor  and  the  whole  Penobscot  territory.  Sleeping  cars  and 
parlor  cars  are  operated  in  several  daily  trains  between  Boston,  l*ortland  and  Rockland,  and  in  addition  one  through  sleeping  car 
and  dining  car  train  between  New  York  and  Jiockland.  Camden  shares  in  the  remarkable  accessibility  which  this  region  enjoys, 
being  eight  miles  above  Rockland,  along  shore,  on  the  main  steamer  route  to  Boston,  and  connected  with  the  train  service  at 
Rockland  by  a  forty-minute  trolley  ride,  by  steamer  or  by  private  conveyance.  Daily  throughout  the  summer  season,  from  June 
to  late  September,  this  rail  and  steamer  service  is  maintained. 

A  Sea  Change      The  steamer  trip  from    Boston  to  Camden   by  night    is    full  of  interest    from  the  start.      There  are  some  three 
hours  of  daylight,  .iiid   the  course  being  outside  gives  a  complete    sea  change,  which  is  most  grateful  after  the 
city  heats.      Towards   morning  the  steamer's  course  is  inside   the  islands,  through  almost  landlocked  channels.      After  the  usual 
stop  at  Rockland,  tlie  steamer  heads  for  Camden,  eight  miles  farther  along  shore. 

Owl's  Head  Light  The  sentinel  of  I'enobscot  Ba}'  is  a  most  important  member  of  the  lighthouse  family,  safeguarding  as  it 
does  all  the  shipping  entering  and  leaving  the  western  arm  of  Penobscot  Ba\ .  liockland  Breakwater,  a  mile 
long,  also  terminates  in  a  lighthouse  with  a  powerfid  intermittent  light,  which  sei'ves  Rockland  harbor.  The  cut  on  page  (i  shows 
how  the  Breakwater  is  a  complete  protection  against  northerly  gales — vessels  riding  in  perfei-t  (piiet  on  one  side  of  the  Break- 
water while  the  surf  is  dashing  against  the  other. 


The  SamOset  Hotel  .Vfter  passing  the  Bleak uater  the  towers  and  ex- 
tensive  ocean  front  of  the  SamOset  Hotel  come 
into  \iew.  The  location.of  the  S.unOset  on  .l.iniesoirs  Point,  in  a  heautit'nl 
park  of  200  acres,  commands  wide  sweeping  \  iews  of  mountains,  islands  and 
ocean.  Beautifid  as  this  sceiU'  is  when  passed  in  the  early  morning,  il  is 
even  more  so  at  the  suuNct  lionr,  «hen.  seen  IVom  the  (lc<'k  of  the  returning 
steamer,  it  presents  a  never-to-be-forgotten  spectacle  of  sea,  mountains  and 
gorgeously  colored  clouds.  This  hotel,  which  has  done  so  much  to  attract 
appreciative  and  influential  peo[)l('  to  this  part  of  the  Maine  coast,  is  owned 
and  nianai^cil  In    the   Kicker  llnlcl  (  din  |ian\'. 


PaasinK  MonhcKiHi  Inland 


,.--41 


The  Day  Trip  Along  the  Coast     slumld   lie 

ret'erred  to 
liere.  'i'lie  coiiifoi-tahle  steainei"  "  Monhe- 
gaii  "  makes  the  all-day  trip  between  Port- 
land and  Rockland  three  times  a  week  in 
each  direction.  Most  of  the  way  the  course 
is  close  to  the  shore,  around  many  head- 
lands, Ijetwecn  numerous  islands,  and  throui;h 
land-locked  channels  with  a  marked  absence 
of  motion.  Stops  are  made  at  (juaint,  out- 
of-the-wav     shore     villages,     each     with     its 


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f^roup  of  summer  visitors  and  townsfolk.  A 
succession  of  ])ictures(iue  scenes  like  those 
shown  on  this  page  keep  up  the  interest 
and  novelty  of  the  trip.  OwTs  Head  is 
the  last  headland  to  be  passed  before 
entering  Penobscot  Bay,  when  the  whole 
range  of  the  ("amden  Mountains  comes  in 
\  iew. 

The  day  lioat  from  Portland 
does  not  go  beyond  l{ockland. 
Passengers  for  Camden  continue 
on  by  electric  cars  or  auto- 
mobiles. Staterooms  and  excel- 
lent meals  on  the  steamer. 


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Along  the  Maine  Coast 
I.  Pemaquia  Point.     2.   White  Head.     3.  OwFs  Head  and  N.  Y.  Yacht  Club  Race 


Warrenton  Park  of  400  acres,  adjoining  the 
SaniOset  Hotel  property, 
has  been  in  the  Smith  family  for  many  years 
and  has  been  kept  as  a  natural  seashore  park. 
Its  rich  masses  of  evergreen  trees  in  detached 
groups  are  most  striking  objects,  whether 
seen  from  the  water  or  from  the  elevated  liigli- 
way  between  Rockport  and  Rockland. 

The  hotel  is  partly  in  the  town  of  l{ock- 
port,  whose  shores  the  steamer  follows  for 
several  miles,  the  scenery  steadil}'  increasing 
in   interest  as  the  Camden  Mountains  imfold. 

At  this  point  in  the  steamer's  course 
Dodge  Mountain  and  Reech  Hill  stand  out 
as  conspicuous  landmarks.  Rcyond  Glen  Cove 
is  Oakland  Park,  belonging  to  tlie  Rockland 
and  Camden  Sti'eet  Itailway,  antl  developed  as 
a  high-class  summer  amusement  park. 

'I'he  village  of  Rockport,  which  comes  next, 
is  at  the  heail  of  a  deep  and  pictures(jue 
harbor  of  the  same  name,  and  appears  foi'  a 
few  minutes  as  the  steamii'  ajjprDaciies  Indian 
Island  Light,  opposite  the  end  of  Reauchamp 
I'oint.  This  beautiful  point  is  shovvri  in  the 
large  double  cut,  pages  8  and  i). 


F.nterinK  Ppnobsfot  Bay 
I  and  2.  OwPa  Headl.iKliI 
S.  Rockland  liri-akwatiT 

4.  SamOs.-l  Gal.l<-9 

5.  Warrcnlon  Park 


Beauchamp  Point  Among  the  Heaucliamp  Point  sunniier 
residents  are  Mrs.  Ciiarles  W.  Henry, 
Cyrus  II.  K.  Curtis,  John  (iribbel  and  Edward  \V.  Hok, 
all  of  Philadelphia,  and  Prof".  E.  H.  Sneath  of  New  Haven, 
Conn.  The  development  of  this  point  of  land  for  summer 
cottao'e  purposes  was  first  begim  by  the  late  Charles  ^V.  Henry 
of  Philadelphia  and  has  since  been  consistently  continued  by 
his  widow.  She  and  her  sons  occupy  attractive  summer  homes 
here.  The  name  is  derived  from  John  Beauchamp  of  London, 
who  with  Thomas  Leverett  of  Boston  received  in  1()!29  a  grant 
of  thirty  square  miles  of  land  in  this  territory.  Kockland 
was  included  in  this  grant,  and  LeveretCs  name  was  given  to 
what  is  now  known  as  Jameson's  Point  and  Warrenton  Park. 
The  lighthouse  on  Indian  Island  carries  a  red  light  and  was 
built  in  1850. 

Shipbuilding  has  always  been  a  conspicuous  industry  of 
Rockport  and  the  place  has  many  traditions  of  a  maritime 
past.  This  little  seaport  has  always  had  a  large  proprietary 
interest  in  some  of  the  best  known  ships  afloat,  and  much 
wealtli  and  many  rare  things  tVoni  ft)reign  lands  came  to  the 
place  thereby.  It  is  now  in  friendly  co-operation  with  Cam- 
den, doing  its  utmost  to  welcome  and  encourage  the  best  type 
of  summer  developnient. 


Rockport  comes  in  View 

1 .  Rockport  Harbor 

2.  A  Harbor  Bungalow  (Hon.  H-  L.  Shepherd) 

3.     The  Tip  of  Beauchamp  Point 


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I      Rockcliffe"  Bungalow  opposite 


The  Government  Testing  Course  off  Beauchamp  Point 

The  channel  here  is  some  eight  miles  wide  and  very  deep  and 
has  been  made  the  official  trial  course,  or  speedwa}%  where 
government  war  vessels  are  tested  as  to  speed  and  sea-going 
((ualities  before  acceptance.  These  waters  are  found  to  be  the 
finest  on  the  New  England  coast  for  this  purpose,  the  great 
depth  being  more  uniform,  and  deep  sea  conditions  more  nearly 
approximated  to  than  anywhere  else. 

Entering  Camden  Harbor      After  passing  Beauchamp  Point  the 

di\iding  line  between  Rockport  and 
Camden  is  reached,  and  the  steamer  enters  Camden  waters, 
passing  into  the  harbor  between  Negro  Island  and  Sherman's 
Point.  The  view  on  the  cover  of  this  book  was  taken  from  this 
point,  showing  the  beautiful  contour  of  the  mountains  and 
their  nearness  to  the  shore.  This  is  ;ilso  brought  out  in  the 
cut  on  page  i;3. 

Yachting  Camden  Harbor  is  a  place  of  rendezvous  for  nearly 
all  the  yachts  cruising  along  the  New  England 
coast,  being  central  to  the  famous  forty-mile  sailing  course  from 
Owl's  Head  to  Fort  Point.  The  sheltered  nature  of  the  harboi- 
makes  it  a  favorite  anchorage  for  all  kinds  of  yachts  and  sailing 
craft,  and  this  use  of  the  harboi'  made  a  suitable  yacht  landing 
and  headiiuarters  very  desirable.  This  was  happily  brought, 
about  llirough  the  initiative  and  public  spirit  of  Mr.  ('yrus 
II.  K.  Curtis,  a  summer  resident,  who  purchased  for  this 
purpose   one   of  the   finest    wharf  locations   on    I  lie   harljor. 

Peace  and  War 

On  the  Government  Testing  Course  off  Beauchamp  Point 


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Camden  Harbor  from  Ogier'a  Point 

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Negro  Island,  Rntrnnce  to  Camdrn  Hfirhor,        rfic  L.iKhthousc  was  huilt  in   I83S 

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The  Inner  Harbor  and  Camden  ^'arht  Club  House 


Four  AtipecU  of  Mt.  Baltic.      I.   Krom  the  Villnnc.     2.   From  (he  Fields.      3.   h  rom  tlie  Harbor.     4.   I- roin  tlir  Kivrr 


A  Launching  in  Camden.     Yachts  decorated  in  honor  c{  the  event 
IS 


(  Continued  from  page  10) 

Yacht  Club  A  very  attractive  and  completely  appointed 
club  house  was  built,  with  a  large  club  room, 
warmed  and  cheered  by  a  big  open  fire  and  chimney  piece. 
There  is  a  smaller  club  room  at  one  side,  and  in  the  rear  are 
dressing  rooms  for  both  gentlemen  and  ladies,  the  men's  room 
having  shower  bath,  and  there  are  also  locker  rooms,  kitchen, 
etc.  All  of  this,  fittingly  fuinished  with  India  rugs,  Mission 
chairs  and  tables,  and  a  complete  dining-room  service,  was 
provided  by  Mr.  Curtis,  and  although  costing  over  S60,00() 
was  generously  offered  to  the  newly  formed  Camden  Yacht 
Club  at  a  mere  nominal  rent.  The  wharf  is  roomy  and  the 
water  deep  enough  to  acconnnodate  the  large  steam  }-achts. 
There  are  several  floats,  and  an  attendant  is  always  at  hand 
to  assist  members  and  visitoi's.  A  separate  club  building  is 
for  the  accommodation  of  yacht  captains,  waiting  chauffeurs 
and  employees.  There  is  also  a  tennis  court  on  the  grounds. 
The  club  officials  gladly  welcome  visitors  to  the  clul)  house. 
It  is  well  fitted  for  social  functions,  and  many  such  pleasant 
affairs  are  held  there  during  the  sunnner.  A  stenographer  is 
always  in  attendance,  and  there  is  a  long  distance  tcleplionc. 
'{'he  officers  for  191()  are  Cvrus  II.  K.  Curtis,  conunodore; 
T.  .1.    I''rcn(h.   Iicasurer;   .1.   II.  Ogier.  secrelarv. 


Club  HoUBC  (jf  the  Camden  Yat  lit  Club 
rbr  "  Lyndonia,"  Commodore  Curtis"  Steam  Yacilt 


If) 


Yachting  Scenes  in  Camden  Harbor 
I,   3  and  4.  Types  oi  Sailing  Yachts.     2.   Power  Yacht  "  Apache,"  H.   H.  Windsor.  Chicago.     5,  Interior  Camden  Yacht  Club  House.     6.  Negro  Island  Lighthouse,  entrance  to  Harbor 

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Yacht  AncKoraKC  CamHcn  Harbor 

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A  lumiher  of  I  lie  sumnier 
cottagers  have  their  personal 
steam,  power  or  sailing  yachts, 
and  these,  together  witii  visiting 
yachts,  enliven  the  harl)or  during 
the  season  and  present  a  bril- 
liant spectacle  when  illmninatetl 
at  night.  Visiting  yachts  are 
invited  to  use  the  facilities  of 
the  Camden  Vacht  Cluh,  de- 
scribed on  a  former  page. 

The  Megunticook  (iolt  Ciul) 
also  welcomes  visiting  vachtsnien. 
The  Club  House  on  tlie  summit 
of  Mt.  Hattie  is  open  to  the 
public  and  at  present  offers  ex- 
cellent meals  and  accouiinoda- 
tions  over  night. 


Steam  Yacht  "  Monoloa  "  and 
U.  S.  Revenue  Cutter 


A  Stiff  Breeze 
Returning  to  Port 


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Twice  a  day  the  big  Boston  steamers 
swing  into  the  harbor,  the  hmdint;;  being 
within  easy  walking  distance  of  the  village. 
In  leaving  they  present  an  attractive  sight 
as  they  back  far  up  into  Sherman's  ("ove  to 
get  the  necessary  headway  for  rounding  the 
Island  or  Point.  Motor  and  sail  boats 
abound,  and  occasionally  a  house  boat  is 
seen  snugly  anchored  inside  the  Point. 
The  one  here  shown  is  a  real  ship  retaining 
its  masts,  sails  and  utlu-r  shiplike  features. 
i'"or  m;iny  yeai's  slii|>huilding  has  l)een  one 
of  Camden's  important  industries,  some  of 
the  largest  sailing  shii)s  aHoat  having  been 
launched  here. 

A  \essel  on  the  ways  ready  for  launching 
and  another  full-rigged,  just  leaving  for  a 
cargo,  are  shou  n  in  the  cuts. 


Wlirn  Sliips  were  built  in  Cjimd**n 


I.  Steamer  "C 
2.  A  VifiitinK  House  Boat 
3.  SiX'tnaater  built  in  Camden 


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A  Sheltered  Cove  on  Sherman's  Point 

21 


Shcrman'n  Point  from  Tliorndikc  Park,  foot  of  Ocean  Avenue 

2« 


On  Sherman's  Point   looking  towards   Mt.    Battie 


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I 


2\ 


1  he  Camden  Mountains  from  Belfast  Road.     "  Nodo 


I 


amer  Residence  of  Mrs.  John  Jay  Borland.  Chicago 


■25 


Upland       ond  "  Hilltop  "  ColtaKes,   Belfast  Roud.  Camden.     Thcuc  cottaKca  arc  for  rent,  fully  furni»hrd.      Kor  plans,  etc..  address  tlie  owner.   Mr.  J.   R.   Presiotl.  Newlonville.  Mass. 

'I  he   panorama  on   paKes  24  and   25   was  taken   from  tlie  windows  of   "  Upland  "  CottaRe 


One  cuniiot   escape  the    |)ictures(|iu-   in    Cam- 
den.     Artists  loiifT  affo  foiiiid  this  out.  and  every 
summer  sees   their  easels   set   up   in    some  of  the 
nianv   sketchahle   spots   to   be   found    here.      'l"he 
views  shown  in  this  hook,  and  especially 
those   on    this    page,    are    examples    of 
some   of    tlie    subjects    artists    like    to 
J        find  and  reproduce. 


The  Picturesque  Wharves 
Countryside  and  Lakes 


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from  Sherman's  Point  lookintf  towardu  Hixh  Street 

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Sherman's  Point  A  narrow,  rocky  strip  of  land,  l)eauti- 
tiilly  wooded,  forms  one  of  the  protecting 
arms  of  the  harbor.  It 
attract  many  visitors,  wlio, 
at  present,  are  allowed  to 
land  there.  There  are 
especially  fine  views  of  the 
mountains  from  here.  At 
the  head  of  the  cove  is  a 
beach  half  a  mile  lonjr 
making  the  natural  ad- 
vantages of  the  place  com- 
plete. A  driveway  starts 
from  Belfast  Itoad  and  goes 
to  the  end  of  the  point. 


Some  Sherman's  Point  Views 
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The   Bay  and  Sherman's  [■'oint  from   the  Side  of   Mt,    Battic.      All  llie  HfiippiriK  t"   Pt-noljBrot    Bay  and   BanKOr  paasen  throiiwli  these  oce.ui   lanes 

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Teiephoto  View  from  Mt.  BaHie 

This  view  taken  from  the  summit  of  Mt.  Hattie,  over  ;i  mile  away,  owes  its  distinctness  to  the  skilful  use  of  a  |)o«erful  tele- 
photo  lens.  At  the  extreme  right  of  the  inner  harbor  are  thi'  wharf  and  club  house  of  the  Camden  Vaeht  Club,  while  directly 
opposite  this  are  the  extensive  wharves  and  marine  railway  of  the  Camden  Yacht  IJuilding  and  Railway  Company,  a  very  fitting 
Camden  industry,  see  page  122.  Farther  along  the  shore  at  the  right  are  the  summer  residences  of  Miss  Eli/aheth  Barry  and 
Mr.  P'.dward  M.  Hagar,  while  beyond  is  Dillingham  Point  with  its  group  of  cottages. 


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1  the  Front  Windows  of  Ml.  Battle  Club  !  louse 


N'iew  taki'ii  from  thf  Club  House  of  the  Mt.  Battle  Assofiatioii.  'I'lie  Association  is  composed  of  i)ul)lic-spirite(l  summer  resi- 
dents and  townspeople,  who  liave  created  a  beautiful  mountain  reservation  of  some  sixty  acres,  freely  accessible  to  all  orderly 
persons. 

A  public  carria^je  road  leads  to  the  summit  nearlv  1.000  feet  ,ii)()\c  the  sea.  The  ('ltd)  lloiiseis  open  tollie  pui)lic  and  \isit()rs 
can  stop  for  a  sinjrie  meal,  for  ovei-  niKht,  or  for  days.  'rdeplione  coniiecl  ion.  The  ollicei's  for  ]!)!()  are:  (Jeoioc  Iv  Allen,  Presi- 
dent; v..  J.  W'ardwell.  \ice-President  :  J.  II.  ( )<rier.  Secretary,  and  Chauncey  Keep.  (Jeor<;e  15.  I'helps.  .loliii  H.  I'rescott,  I.  I,. 
Merrill.  \\  .  I  .  lloo|)er.  1',.  I..  I)illint;liam  and  Iv  •!.  \Vard»cll.  Directors.  Xisitinf;-  yachtsmen  \(ill  lind  llic  (hd)  IIou.se  a 
very  desirable  jdace  to  stop  while  in  |)i)rt.  A  ^lioil  trail  leads  up  the  mountain  (see  paf^e  (i^i)  for  I  he  benelil  of  lliose  u  ho  enjoy 
an  exhilarating  tramp.  \Vhile  the  road  is  intended  for  carriages,  it  is  used  by  automobiles  someuh.il.  The  \iiw  from  the  rear 
windows  of  the  ('lub  House  is  shown  on  pages  74  and  75. 

3-2 


In  Camden  Harbor 


Sailing  in  Camden      l{eiiii;a  yachting  center,  Caindeii  offers  opportunities  for  every  i<iiul  of  sailing,  from  the  small  racing  dory 
'      up  to  the  large  steam  yachts.      The  above   views  were   taken   in  the  harbor,  where  in  ahiiost  land-locked 
waters  boating  can   be  enjoyed  under  ideal  conditions  of  pleasure  and  safety.      Farther  out   is   the  famous  Penobscot  Hay  yacht- 
ing course  of  forty  miles.      'J'he  al)o\e  |)()wer  boats  were  built  in  Camden.      See  page  122. 

Those  who  enjoy  boating  will  find  plenty  of  row  boats,  sail  boats  and  power  boats  for  rent.  The  shore  front  and  islands 
abound  in  sheltered  coves,  where  landings  can  be  made.  The  outlying  islands  take  off  the  roughness  of  the  open  sea,  and  the 
prevailing  southwest  winds  of  sunnner  are  free  from  sudden  puffs  and  squalls. 


33 


IH^^^^ 

-Ji 

wm^ 

t^^^u^'^ 

^V'^mi, 

^^ 

Camden  o(  1916 


Camden's  New  Host  Office 


Main  Street,  Camden,  in  1661 


Steamboat  Wl,a,(  and  MikI.  Street  in  18H() 

34 


Caiiideii  is  a  tliriviiig  seasliDi-f  town  of  over 
;3,00()  inhabitants.  In  l.S9;2  a  iiiv  practically 
wiped  out  the  business  section  of  the  village, 
and  the  fine  brick  stores  and  blocks  shown 
.above  look  its  |)lace.  To-day  Camden  has  two 
National  Hanks,  an  Oinra  House,  a  new  $85, ()()() 
Tost  OHicc.  Y.  M.  ('.  A.  Huildinj-',  and  a 
modern  jiroup  of  slorcs  capable  of  supplying 
the  needs  of  sunnner  as  well  ;is  pcrnianent 
residents. 


^"    mAii*!>ii.>!.wi..ii  fUtnummm  ■ 


The  Simonton.  Seward  and  Gushing  Homesteads,  ihe  latter  built  in  1  79^.  and  still  occupied  by  the  binlder's  descendants 

Ciiiiulen  has  a  numljer  of  fine,  okl-tiiiie  houses,  some  of  them  excellent  examples  of  the  colonial  t\  pe,  witii  those  rare  old  iloor- 
ways  of  a  style  that  seems  to  battle  imitation.  The  houses  shown  above  are  in  a  group  at  the  foot  of  Chestnut  Street,  placed  well 
back  from  the  road  with  a  row  of  spreading  elms  in  front.  Farther  up  the  street  is  the  Thorndike  house,  and  above  that  the 
fine  old  Colonel  I'letcher  homestead,  now  the  summer  home  of  Mr.  Charles  T.  (rallagher  of  Boston.  On  Elm  Street  are  the  Dr. 
Norwood  house  and  the  I'errv  homestead,  both  well-preserved  colonial  examples,  the  latter  haxiiii^'  six  fireplaces  and  a  spiral 
staircase  with  carved  risers.  The  Parker  homestead  off  Central  Street,  a  substantial  brick  house,  is  nearly  one  hundred  years  old,  and 
combines  the  picturesque  in  both  design  and  setting.  All  of  the  foregoing,  with  the  exception  of  the  Norwood  house,  are  illus- 
trated in  this  book.  On  High  Street,  the  ^^m.  Alden,  the  Huse,  and  the  Adams  homesteads  are  good  examples  of  the  houses 
of  the  well-to-do  residents  of  a  few  decailes  liack.  On  upper  Elm  Street,  just  over  the  line  in  Kockport,  is  the  Carleton  home- 
stead, said  to  be  the  oldest  house  in  the  town.  It  is  in  a  good  state  of  preservation,  with  a  distinctive  old-time  fence  railing  in 
front,  and  is  still  occupied  by  a  Carleton. 


35 


*  Shorclonds."  Summer  Roidcnce  of  Mr.  F.dwjird  M.  HaKnr,  Chicago 
36 


Chestnut  Street  Chestnut  Stm-I  .uul  tlie  area  ht'twoen  it  and  the 
sliore  are  associated  not  only  with  the  earlier  de- 
velopment of  Camden  as  a  place  of  summer  residence,  but  with  the 
earliest  settlement  of  the  town.  Here  Abraham  Ogier  settled  about 
1772,  his  house  located  on  Ogier's  Point  and  the  farm  extending 
as  far  back  as  Lily  Pond.  ■  The  first  distinctively  summer  cottage, 
however,  was  built  on  Dillingham  Point  in  1880,  ^Ir.  Edwin  ¥. 
Dillingham  of  Hangor,  Me.,  being  the  pioneer  in  this  movement, 
although  a  small  house  was  built  on  the  Point  as  early  as  1871. 
Mr.  Dillingham's  summer  cottage,  "Are(|uipa,**  has  been  occupied 
by  him  continuously  ever  since,  and  from  it  has  radiated  a  hospi- 
tality and  neighborliness  that  has  endeared  him  and  his  wife  to  an 
ever  widening  circle  of  friends.  His  summer  home  and  portrait  on 
page  110  fittingly  deserve  a  place  in  tiiis  book.  In  1881  Mr.  Al- 
fred M.  Juilson  of  New  York,  whose  v\ife  is  a  descendant  of 
Abraham  Ogier,  purcliased  a  lot  on  Chestnut  Street,  at  the  top 
of  Ogier's  Hill,  and  built  the  original  "  Stonyhurst, "  afterwards 
adding  to  his  aci'es  and  his  house,  until  his  estate  became  one  of  the 
most  valuable  in  the  town.  l''ive  years  later  Mr.  J.  1{.  Stearns 
built  "Norumbega''  on  lielfast  Road,  and  was  the  pioneer  in  the 
development  in  that  part  of  the  town.  The  development  in  Rock- 
port  and  Heauchamp  Point  began  in  1899  with  tlie  purchases  of 
Mr.  A.  H.  Chattield  of  Cincinnati,  Oliio.  and  Mr.  Charles  W. 
Henry  of  Philadelphia.  Pa. 


The  Inviting  Drive  up  Chestnut  Street 


37 


The  Mounlfiin  Panortimn  fiom  "  Cedarcrest  "  on  OKier's  Hil 


38 


1.    "  Cedarcrest.  "  Miss  Mary  Palmer.  Camden.      For  rent,  furnished.     (The  panoramas  on  pages  38.  40  and  41   were  taken  from  "  Cedaicrest.")     2.    Mr.  Charles  T.  Gallagher.  Boston 
3.  "  lllahee."  Mr.  John  E,  Tucker.  New  York  City.      4.   "  Boulder  Cottage."  Chestnut  Hill.  Residence  of  the  late  Capt.  Charles  A.  Brooks 


:$!» 


Cnnidcn  Mounliiins  and  Hnrbor  from  "  Cedarcrcst "  Looknff.     A  still  inorr' 


K) 


l^ 


iew  is  obtained  from  "  Stonyhurst."  the  highest  point  on  Ogier's  Hill 


41 


■Slonyhur.l.-  .ummil  of  Ogier'.  Hill.  Mr..  Alfred  M,  Jud.on.     (The  view,  on  page.  38.  4U  ,.„<!  4]  were  taken  from  th,»  location.)      I.  Entrance.     2.  The  Down  I  1,11  Dr.ve  to  the  Village 

3.  The  Keeper's  Lodge.     4.  The  Western  Front 
12 


'^'i^ 


Ogier's  Hill  derives  its  name  from  one  of  the  eai'liest 
settlers  in  Camden,  or  possibly  from 
Abraham  Ogier,  2d.  who  in  ISiiO  built  the  brick  house 
nou  owned  by  Mrs.  E.  .1.  Parker  of  ^uincy,  111.,  and 
in  its  remodeled  form  known  as  "Red  Cottaj^e. "" 
The  "Hill  "  farm  remaini'd  in  the  ( )<rier  family  until 
]  <SS(S,  tnit  since  then  has  uiidei'none  manv  sidxli  visions. 
It  is  intereslini;'  to  know  that  the  part  of  Osier's  I'oiiit 
now  owned  by  Mrs.  Susie  O^ier  Hisbee  has  been  in 
possession  of  the  faniilv  from  the  time  of  the  first 
Oilier  settler. 

After  Mr.  .ludson  built  in  1881,  the  next  newcomer 
to  locate  on  Ogier's  Hill  was  Mrs.  Clara  K.  Palmer  of 
Boston,  wlio  built  "  Cedarcrest  ""  iicre  in  1888.  and  foi- 
many  years  enjoyed  the  widespread  and  ever  varying 
\iews  from  this  sightly  location.  .\fter  i)assing  .Mi-s. 
A.  M.  Judson's  estate,  "  Stonyhurst,'" —  the  highest 
point  on  the  hill, —  Chestnut  Street  continues  oti  to 
the  (iolf  Club  and  Rock  port,  over  one  of  the  most 
perfect  roadways  in  the  state. 

The  beautiful  grounds  of  Mr.  A.  II.  Chatfield's 
estate,  "  Aldermere,"  and  Lily  i'ond  opposite  it 
(pages  H'-I  and  84),  are  seen  to  good  advantage  on  the 
way.  Hy  following  the  road  through  the  golf  grounds 
and  across  Ikauchanip  Point,  many  attractive  estates 
in  that  section  are  passed,  and  some  idea  caTi  be  had 
of  the  cottage  development  there. 

Iktween  Kockport  and  l{ockland.  ;i  distance  of 
seven  miles,  is  a  line  state  road,  adding  greatly  to  the 
pleasure  of  motoring  in  these  parts. 


From  Ogier's  Hill 


is 


4',      •  >y.    *-■ 


"g^:^<'n  /'•'>,<'^.:'  ViT-Ki. 


"  Hill  Acre*,"*  Summer  Keaidence  of  W.  I-*.  Hooper.  Fall  River.  Mudii. 

44 


"Red  Cottage,"  Mrs.  E.  J.  Parker.  Quincy.  111., 
and  "  Prudden  Cottage,"  Mrs.  T.  P.  Prudden.  Brookline.  Mass. 


"  Blythewood,"  Mr.  Joseph  D.  Snell.  Boston 
Top  view,  facing  harbor  and  mountains.     Bottoni  view,  facing  the  south 


45 


'  LcdKcmcrc."  Summer  Cottage  of  Mr.  L.  K.  Lyon,  Camden,  with  View  from  Piazza 
For  rent,  fully  furnished 


4.<j 


'  Brrcze  Hill  "  and  "  Urookmde."  Mr.  C.  P.  Brown.  Camdrn 


1  and  2.   "  Kentmoor."  Summer  Residence  of  Mrs.  Frederick  Gilbert.  Utica,  N.  Y.     3.   "  Aimsleigh."  Mr.  Charles  F.  Hofer.  Walnut  Hills,  Cincinnati,  Ohio 

4T 


Some  Village  Types 
I.  "El  Placita,"  Mr.  John  G.  Hosmcr.     2.  F^Hrker  i  lomestcad,  Mrs.  Dudley  Talbot.     3.  "  Thaycrcroft.  "  Miss  M.  5.  Smart,  Concord,  N.  H.     4.  Thorndikc  Homcatcud 


48 


w 

^ 

■y^b 

J^^ 

f^H^ 

i'^''*        jfe 

j,T  |y 

T<Vvt 

-  Wvi'  V^ 

K"*t  ■ 

^j0^KflKLBBn»«  «<«£■< 

^k. 

'  Porter  Place."  the  Misses  Porter,  High  Street.  Camden 

49 


Mr.  E.  J.  U'..r(lwrirs  Ematc,  BcKohI  Roiid.      I  and  2.   "  Woodclyffc  "  and  "  Gray  Rocks."      3.   View  of  Camden  I  larl.o.  (loiii  ihc  Houses 

SO 


Nil    ii  II  hfii   ,TTii        ^_, 


IH^H 


'  Whitehall "  (summer  hotel).  Belfast  Road.  Camden  (see  page  120) 

31 


NorumbcKa"  on  BelfoHt  Rood,  Cnmdcn 

52 


Summer  Residence,  Belfast  Road,  of  Dr.  GeorKe  B.   Phelps.  New  York 

53 


I.  "HiKhland."  Mr   Chaunccy  Keep.  ChicBKO.     2.   "  EdKcficld,"  Mr>.  John  Jay  Borland,  Chicago.     3.   "  Mounliiin  Arrow. "  Mrs.  A    KHIIIyc-r.  Hartford.  Conn. 

4.   "RocklcdKc"  Mrs.  Alice  W.  StrawbridBe.  Philadelphia 


:a 


"  Timberclyffe.     Summer  Residence  of  Mr.  Chauncey  Keep.  Chicago.  111.      1  and  3.  The  Ocean  Front.     2.  Corner  of  Flower  Garden.     4.  Driveway  in  the  Grounds 


Ml.  McKunlit  ook.  Bttid  I'cal 


57 


"  Seabrook  "  on  Belfast  Road.  Mr.  John  J.  Collins,  Boston 
6H 


I  and  3.   "  Bay  berry  C  abin.      Ur.  C  .  E.  Adams.  Bangor.  Me.     2.   Bay  berry  harm,  t  .  K.  and  E.  R-  Adams.  Bant^or.  Me. 

4.  View  from  Bayberry  Cabin  Veranda 


S9 


Mirror  l.nkr.  thr  >)f>iirrr  o(  C  am<i>-n  B  W  iilrr  Supply,  wuh  KnKKfd  Mounlnln  in  ihr  BncUground 

(i(J 


Drinking  Water  In  addition  to  its  other  attractions,  Camden  lias  drinking  water  of  remarkable  purity  —  the  purest  supplied  to 
any  seaside  place. 

It  is  brought  from  Mirror  Lake,  shown  above  and  on  the  opposite  page.  Coming  from  this  natural  reservoir  high  up  in 
the  mountains,  it  enters  the  houses  clear  and  sparkling  and  remarkablv  cool. 

Many  come  to  Camden  regularly  on  account   of  this   water,  which   is  indorsed  by  specialists  and   found    to   l)e  an    impoi-tant 

remedial  agent.      The  following  indorsement  of  the  water  supplied  to   Camden    will    be  of  interest,  coming  as   it  does   from    the 

highest  authority  in  the  state: 

AtuisTA,  Mk..  Sent.  Jii,  HII.".. 
MR.  J.  H.  PHK..SC()TT,  Canulcn.  Me.. 

Pnar  Sir  :  In  answer  to  your  inquiry  as  to  tlie  purity  of  the  water  supplied  by  tlie  Camden  and  Hocliland  Water  f'onipany  from  Mirror  Lake,  1  would 
state  that  this  water  is  one  of  the  best  in  the  state  of  Miine. 

This  water  supply  has  been  examined  by  me  at  least  four  times  a  year  for  the  past  eight  years.  1  have  also  made  inspection  of  the  watershed  from 
which  this  supply  is  derived. 

The  water  is  now,  and  has  always  been,  a  first-class  one  to  use  for  drinking  and  for  all  domestic  purposes.  As  a  former  resident  of  Camden.  I  can 
approve  of  this  water,  not  only  from  the  point  of  view  of  the  analyst,  but  also  from  that  of  the  regular  user. 

Very  truly  yours,  H.    D.    K\'.\NS.  Director, 

State  of  Maine  Laboratory  of  Hygiene, 

]\lirror  Lake,  as  the  cuts  show,  is  a  mountain  lake  fed  by  springs,  and  being  ;3.)0  feet  above  the  sea  level,  tiie  gravity  pres- 
sure is  ample.  The  Camden  and  Rockland  Water  Company  maintains  an  office  and  shops  in  Camden  for  promptly  looking  after 
the  interests  of  water  users.  Cottages  at  a  dist.-uice  from  the  mains  can  be  connected  by  pre-arrangement  w  ith  the  Company  at 
reasonable  rates. 


61 


■fSH  '^^  .^v:.". 


On  Rasped  Mountain  Trail 

Mt.  Megunticook  Trail 


The  Mountain  Trails      These  trails  are  indicated  b.v  red  arrows  affixed  to 

trees  or  painted  on  the  rocks.      (See  map. ) 

Mt.  Battie  Trail       Mt.    Battii',    one   thovisand     feet    higli,    is   the    shortest 
clinih,  as  it  rises  directly   from   the   village.      A  good 
path   starts   from    the   head   of  Megunticook    Street    and   leads  up  over  the 
slopes  and  ledges   to  the  smnmit,  the  |)ath  being  in  the  open  all  the  way. 
The  \  iew  on  page  .'}()  was  taken   from  this   trail,  while   the   more   extensive 
views   from    the   tower   of  the  Mt.   Battie    Clul)  House  are  shown  on  pages 
!31,  3!2,   74  and  75.      Another    trail    leads  from   the  sunnnit  directly   to 
Belfast  Road,  while  still  another  connects   Mts.  Battie  and  Megunti- 
cook. passing  o\er  the  tableland  between  them  and  joining  with  the 
regular  Megunticook  trail. 

'I'his  trail  starts  from  the  Sherman  homestead  on  Belfast  l{o.i(l.  ai)()ut  a  mile  tVom  the  \illage.  'I'hose 
^^==^=^^^=^=^  „l,i,  l,^..;t^  lil^e  ;i  |,,|,„.  trail,  most  of  it  through  woodsy  lanes  and  not  too  steep,  will  prefer  this  trail  to 
any  of  the  others.  From  the  sunnnit  on  clear  days  Mt.  Washington,  the  New  Brunswick  Mountains  and  Katahdin  are  visible, 
while  there  is  a  range  of  over  one  hundied  miles  up  and  down  the  coast.  The  trail  continues  west  along  the  top  of  Megunticook 
to  .Maiden  Cliff,  where  the  view  on  i)age  ().5  is  obtained.  From  here  it  drops  directly  to  the  Turnpike  by  a  short  cut,  or  can  be 
continued  o\ci-  the  Maiden  Cliff  carriage  road. 

Bald  Rock  Trail       \\:\V\  Bock,  a  sightly  peak,  over  eight  lunidred  feet   high,  is  reached    by  an  easy  trail  uliich  starts  just  beyond 
the   twin    brooks  on    the  ■"Hill  '"  fanri Hi'lfast    Boad,  some    four   miles    from    Camden.      The    peak    being- 
isolated  affords  x  lews  in  everv  diiicl  ion.       IV Bald  Bock  another  tiail  leads  tlu-ougli  the  uooils  lo  sununil  of  Mt.   Megunticook. 

Ragged  Mountain  Trail       Bagged   Mountain.   tliirtei'U  ImndiiMl  feet   high,   is  ascendeil    by   llic  iic"    trail  starting  from  Mr.   Nash's 

Pleasant  View  I'arm,  just  bexond  llo^nier's  I'ond,  about  four  miles  from  Camden.  For  most  of  the 
flistance  it  follows  the  old  logging  road,  now  moss  grown  and  arched  over  with  trees.  Near  I  he  top  is  a  sightly  ledge  (see  cut 
al)ove).  'I'lie  sunnnit  is  one  of  the  observation  stations  of  liie  I '.  S.  Coast  Survey,  chosen  on  account  of  the  far-reaching  views  and 
good  atmospheric  conditicnis.  'I'lic  <lcscent  can  be  made  down  tlieeastei'n  side  of  the  mountain  lo  Hosmer's  Pond,  or  the  trip 
can  be  reversed  bv  starting  from  the  southerly  side  of  the  pond  .ind  following  llic  "  Uollins  ""  f.nni  road  up  llie  mountain.  .\11 
of  these  trails  are  indicated  by  dotted  lines  on  the  map  in  the  back  ol  this  book. 


«i 


Hosmer's  Pond  and  Bald  Mountain 
Three  and  one-half  miles  from  Camden 


63 


Uli.irr  M.,Ml.-,.  '    h 


li    I  , 
lit 


lllMkr   Km;,. I    .,1    lt»   B>1 


r" 


From  the  Top  of  Maiden  Cliff,  the  exact  reverse  of  the  view  on  opposite  page 


65 


The  Lakes  The  charm  of  Swiss  and 
Scottish  scenery  is  known 
to  Ix'  (hie  to  the  lakes  quite  as  much  as 
to  the  mountains.  The  lake  is  the  nec- 
essar\'  coni[)lement  of  the  mountain,  re- 
flecting back  its  outline  iuul  enhancing 
its  beauties.  The  scarcity  of  lakes  among 
the  White  Mountains  is  the  only  draw- 
back to  the  scenerv  of  that  favored  re- 


On  Megunticook  Lake 


gion,  and  it  was  Starr  King's  wish  tli.il 
one  of  the  glens  al  tlie  foot  of  Mt. 
Washington  should  be  filled  with  a  lake, 
in  which  the  noble  pi'esidential  peaks 
niighl  l)e  mirrored.  In  Camden  there 
is  no  sncli  drawback,  for  at  the  foot  of 
nearly  every  mountain  is  a  lovely  sheet  of 
waler.  Ilosmer's  Pond,  Mirror  Lake, 
Lake  Cliickawaukie,  and  especially  Lake 
Megunticook  descril)ed  on  the  next 
page,  are  fine  examples  ot  lake  and 
moinitain   association. 


Lake  Megunticook  Tlie  illustrations  fijive  hut 
of  the  mountains.  'I'hose 
have  locations  on  hoth,  will  he  attracted  to  Luke 
turesque  islands.  Already  a  fringe  of  cottages 
whose  occupants  enjoy  not  only  the  heautifid 
social  restrictions.  Here  hoating,  bathing  and 
and  secluded  inlets  invite  to  a  more  intimate  ac- 
in  all  its  devious  windings  in  one  of  Mr.  E.  15. 
at  the  foot  of  the  lake.  Arrangements  for  this 
to  the  lake  can  be  made  by  telephoning  him. 
Room  or  at  Willow  Farm,  both  pleasantly  sit- 
The  Lake  Megunticook  Association  safe- 
the  lake  and  invites  newcomers  to  its  mem- 
can  give   information    regarding    lots    or    remainii 


a  hint  of  the  great  beauty  of  the  lake  region  back 
ulu)  prefer  the  lakes  to  the  ocean,  or  wish  to 
Megunticook,  witli  its  irregulai'  shores  and  pic- 
extends  around  the  foot  and  one  side  of  the  lake, 
scenery,  but  the  c-are-free  life  witli  its  absence  of 
limbing  are  at  their  best,  uhilc  tlic  many  islands 
i|uaintance.  It  is  possible  to  traverse  the  lake 
Richards"  motor  boats,  starting  from  iiis  cottage 
as  well  as  for  taking  parties  from  t'amden  \  illage 
Dinner  or  lunch  can  l)e  had  at  the  Oak  Tree  Tea 
uated  on  the  lake. 

guards   the  interests  of  the   property   owners  on 
bership.       'llie     Camden     Real     Lstate    Agents 
building    sites    at    this    faxored    spot. 
Megunticook  River,  the  outlet  of  the  lake,  has  a  fall  of  one  liundred  and  tifty  feet  in  its  three-mile  course  to  the  sea.      Its  rapid 

waters,  however,  are  C()mi)elled  into  frequent  cjuietude  by  a  number  of  dams  across  it,  there  being  some  ten  water-power  privileges 

along  its  course. 


The  Big  Boulder  on  Fernald's  Neck 


Lake  Megunticook  and  Mountains  in  Winter 
67 


Sunact  and  Sunahine  on  Luke  Mctfunticuuk 

68 


Hillcrest  "   overlookint'-   I'cnohscot    Ha\ ,    suiiiiiier   ivsideiicf  of    Mis.    Ilfiirx    H.    Hia( 


•:20    Adams   Stret-t. 


Upper   view 
Bangor,  Me. 

Lower  view:    "  Laiid's   Kiid""   on    I.aki'   Meouiitieook,  summer  residence  of  Mr.   K.   K.   Kichards.   114   State   Street.  Hoston. 
Mass.      Its  location  is  also  shown  on  the  peninsula  on  pages  72,  7:5  and  74.      Moth  estates  are  for  sale  or  for  rent,  fully  furnished. 

The  small  view  is  from  Camp  Waweiiock.   Lake  Megunticook.  sunnner  residence  of  Dr.  Charles  A.   E.  Codman.   I'hiladelphia. 


69 


Somp  l-j»kc  McBunticook  Vit-ws 

70 


Summer  Residence  of  Mr.  Henry  H.  Windsor,  Chicago.      I.*  The  Setting  of  the  House  overlooking  Lake  Megunticook.     2.  The  Terraces.     3.  The  Sightly  Verandas 

71 


7-2 


Luke  McBuntirtuik  iiiul  Ml,  Mrgunticook  »s  viewed  frolT 


*    jyw/'p^^. 


nda  of  Residence  of  Henry  H.  Windsor.  Chicago 


73 


Lake  Megunticook  fr<jni  \hr.  Mt.  Bntlir  ("lub  Hoii«r.      On  ihc  Prninsvila  is  "  Land'«  F.ntl,'"  the  Plstale  of  Mr.  R.  E.  Richards.  Boston 

71^ 


Lake  Megunticook  and  Maiden  Cliff  from  the  Ml.  Baltic  Club  House.     (This  view  and  the  one  opposite  make  a  continuous  panorama) 


75 


T7 


Turnpike  Unv.-       aloiiK  lU<2  bliurr  .il  I  .,ik<-  Mc-Kuiiluuak 
7H 


Maine  State   Fish   Hatchery 

The  outlet  of  Lake  Meffunticook 
is  a  natural  location  for  a  Fish 
Hatchery.  'I"he  purity  of  the  water, 
its  aeration  and  uniformity  of  sup- 
ply give  i-onditions  that  are  ideal 
for  breeding  and  distributing  young 
fish.  At  the  present  time  there  is 
a  \  early  output  of  Hve  hundred 
thousand  trout  and  three  hundred 
and  seventy-five  tiiousand  salmon, 
including  some  very  rare  varieties. 
The  fish  are  fed  and  cared  for  in 
the  most  scientific  manner,  and  the 
interesting  processes  are  cheerfully 
explained  by  the  superintendent, 
who  offers  visitors  every  facility  for 
seeing  the  establishment.  Across 
the  road  he  has  arranged  a  deer 
park  which  attracts  much  atten- 
tion. 


land  2.  Maine  Stale  Fish  Hatchety.al  outlet  ot  l-akc  Megunticook 
3.  A  By-product,  the  Superintendent's  Deer  Park 


79 


McKunticook  Golf  Cliil>.      1 .    Main  AHHcmbly  Kooni.      2  and  3.  Tennis  Covirts.      4.  Tlir  WifJp  Verandas 

80 


The  Megunticook  Golf  Club      (iolf  was  introduced   into   ("amden   in   the  summer  of  1898   bv    Mr.   Lawrence  Abbott  of  New 

York,  "ho  with  the  assistance  of  Mr.  Charles  T.  Gallagher  of  Boston  and  other  enthusiasts 
laid  out  a  six-hole  course  on  Ogier's  Hill. 

Interest  in  golf  increased  so  rapidly  that  a  club  was  organized  in  1899.  It  was  incorporated  in  1901  and  moved  to  its 
present  location  on  Beauchamp  I'oint,  where  a  nine-hole  course  of  twenty-three  hundred  yards  offers  to  both  amateurs  and  jiro- 
fessionals  the  keenest  sport.      Three  more  holes  were  added  in  the  fall  of  1915. 

The  location  of  the  links  is  one  of  great  natural  beauty,  with  views  of  the  ocean  or  mountains  from  every  part  of  it.  During 
the  season  there  are  golf  tournaments  daily.  Central  to  the  course,  on  a  sightly  elevation  overlooking  the  ocean,  is  a  fine  club 
house,  in  size  and  appointments  perhaps  equal  to  any  in  the  state.  It  has  a  main  assembly  room  (shown  in  the  cut),  33  x  37 
feet,  a  ladies'  parlor  or  assembly  room.  34'  x  2-i  feet,  both  with  large  stone  fireplaces,  and  a  reading  room  and  ollice,  19  x  22  feet. 
All  of  these  rooms  can  be  thrown  together  for  dancing  or  other  functions. 

There  is  a  kitchen  and  lockers,  shower  baths,  dressing  rooms  and  all  the  accessories  of  a  high-class  club  house,  including 
a  competent  chef  and  assistants,  for  the  convenience  of  members  and  their  guests. 

During  the  summer  months  the  club  house  is  the  center  of  much  social  life,  being  especially  popul.ir  with  the  younger  set, 
who  utilize  its  facilities  for  all  the  usual  forms  of  sununer  enjoyment. 

On  the  wide-covered  verandas  at  all  times  of  tlie  day  may  be  found  members  and  their  guests,  who  while  not  entering  actively 
into  golf  or  teiniis  use  the  club  house  as  a  general  meeting  place,  greatly  promoting  that  informal  social  life  and  intercourse 
which  the  club  aims  to  foster. 

Five  tennis  courts  and  a  clock  putting  green  adjoin  the  club  house.  A  chauffeurs'  club  and  caddy  house  witli  tirejilace, 
reading  room,  toilet,  tables  for  cards,  etc.,  serves  further  to  complete  the  appointments  of  this  exceptional  country  club. 

\  isitors,  or  those  renting  sunnner  cottages,  can  enjoy  the  privileges  of  tlie  club  through  introduction  by  members,  or  by 
direct  application  to  the  secretary. 

The  officers  for  191o-l  fi  are  Chauncey  Keep,  I'resident ;  W.  .1.  Curtis.  Nice-President;  A.  II.  Chattield.  Treasurer;  and 
Hev.   Heni-y  Jones.  Camden,  Me.,  Secretary. 


81 


Lily  Pond,  one  mile  from  Camden,  is  in  the  town  of 
Itockport,  formerly  a  part  of  Camden,  as 
are  the  \ie\vs  on  pages  84  to  100  inclusive,  and  some 
others  on  the  earlier  pages  of  the  book.  The  two  towns 
have  a  conmion  interest  in  co-operating  with  summer 
residents  and  are  practically  one  in  this  relation.  The 
map  in  the  hack  part  of  the  book  shows  the  town  lines 
and  how  generously  each  is  pro\ided  with  shoi'e  front, 
mountains  and  lakes. 

The  town  of  Hockjiort  was  set  off  from  Caniden,  Feb. 
!25,  1891.  At  that  time  its  interests  were  largel}'  indus- 
trial. Its  ijuarries,  still  operated  on  a  iai'ge  scale,  pro- 
duce yearly  over  three  hundred  and  fifty  thousands  casks 
of  lime,  noted  for  its  high  quality  and  shipped  to  all 
parts  of  the  country. 

For  a  long  period  Uockport  has  harxcsted  from  Lilv 
Fond  some  forty  thousand  tons  of  ice  annually,  which 
has  the  reputation  of  l)eing  the  best  ice  cut  in  Maine. 
The  village  and  harbor  of  Uockport  are  more  fully  re- 
ferred to  on  page  7. 


Lily  Pond  lives  up  to  its  Name 


The  Lakes  of  Camden  and  Rockport      Mountain   summits  give  the  most  pleasing   views  of  the  lakes.      From    Maiden   Cliff  or 

{{aid  .Mountain  it  is  Lake  Megunticook  that  monopolizes  the  view.  I'rom  Hcecii  Hill, 
Lake  (  liickawaukic  is  the  one  |)ai'liciil;ii'  gem;  but  it  is  from  Itagged  Mountain  tiiat  the  greatest  inunber  of  lakes  can  be  seen. 
The  waters  of  two  lakes  toncli  its  sides,  while  in  the  middle  distance  and  beyond  are  beaiiliful  tr.icis  of  water  dotting  the  land- 
scape or  winding  through  il  in  many  directions.  The  ascent  of  Uagged  Mountain  should  be  m.ide  jnsi  to  get  these  lake  views 
if  for  no  other  purpose.      The  trail  up  this  mountain  is  described  on  page  (Jli. 


82 


1.  Mr.  Hennen  Jennings.  Washington.  D.  C.     2.   Mr.  Sidney  Jennings.  New  York  City.     3.  "  Blueberry  Hill."  Mrs.  Frederick  Forchheimer,  Mt.  .'\uburn.  Cincinnati.  Ohio 

4.  Crowley  Farm.  Captain  John  G.  Crowley,  Boston 


8.1 


^4. ."■J.'   /.»-  -•       «  L  v  v; ^.jac^iHgDwwy^-^tgy  ■  »■»  ,flL-i:-ii-,«  v^u;m-»5        lt 


'  Aldermcrc.'"  Summer  Rcsidcncr  of  Mr.  A.  H.  Chntfirld.  Cincinnati.  Ohio 


'  Stormont."  Summer  Residence  of  Mr.  L.  B.  Ault.  Eimhurst.  V^'alnut  Hills.  Cincinnati,  Ohio 

85 


I , yn.l., I, w. «,.!.■  .Su,i,ii„i  K.»,>l.n,  e  of  Mr.  Cyrus  H.  K.  Curtis.  Philadelphia,  Pa. 

86 


"  Lyndonwood,"  the  Entrance  Front 


'  Weathcrcnd,"  Summer  Reaidencc  of  Mr,  John  Gribbrl.  fhiladplphin.  Pa.      Virw  from  tlu-  GroumU,       Vhe.  SfttiiiK  "f  lli<-  Hovist.- 

88 


"  Weatherend."      I  and  3.     The  Western  Front  and  Southern  End.     2.  The  Eastern  Front  and  Ser%'ice  End  of  the  House 

89 


*  Beech  Nut."  Rock  Cabin  on  B*!f^<:h  Hill.  600  icci  elevation.  Mr.  John  Gribbcl.  Philadelphia,  Pii.      1   and  2.   The  Cabin.      3.    Entrance.      4.  The  Sunsrl  View 


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Rockpurt  Harbor  and  Thereabouts 

91 


*  Wawcnock."  Summer  Residence  of  Prof.  E.  H.  Sneath,  285  Whitney  Avenue.  New  Haven,  Conn. 


1.  The  Ocean  Front.     2.   Looking  south  (rom  iKe  Piazza.      3.  The  Entrance  Driveway.     4.   Looking  north  from  Piazza 


93 


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91 


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Beauchamp  Point    -  "Orchard  Farm."  Summer  Residence  of  its  owner.  Mrs.  Charles  W.  Henry 

95 


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Characteristic  Views  at  Bcauchamp  Point.    Mrs.  C.  W.  Henry's  Yacht  "  Wissahickon  " 


Views  on  the  Beauchamp  Point  Estate  of  Mrs.  Charles  W.  Henry  of  Philadelphia.      1 .  One  of  the  Cottages  on  the  Estate.     2  and  5.  Summer  House.      3.  V'achl  Anchorage 

4.  A  Driveway  on  the  Estate 


97 


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buiin-  lii-.iui  h.iriip  I  'oinl  t,  <^iilra»t».      C  ouiitry  .inti  Scnahorc  arc  both  utiuf»ii.»lly  pu  UircHijur  .il  lluw  poiiil 


Some  Rockport  Roads  and  Streets.      1.  The  Winding  Road  to  Beauchamp  Point,     2.   A  Country  Road  and  Old  Time  Rail  Fence.     3.  Union  Street.     4.  Spear  Street 


Drives      The  whole    country  is  full  of  interest 
to  the  motorist.      Jloads  have  been  im- 
proved and  new  ones  opened   up  for  his  benefit 
and  pleasure.      They  wind  in  and  out  among  the 
mountains,    run  along   the    shores    of   numerous 
lakes,  or  in  easy  grades  climb  the  hills  with  views 
all  the  wav  up  and  a  sudden  surprise  at  the  top. 
Of   the   inland    drives,    the   Turnpike    Road     is 
the    best    known.       It    follows   the  shores  of 
■  Lake  Megunticook,  with   tlie  precipices  of 
the    mountain    almost    overhanging    it    on 
one  side  and  the  clear  waters  of  the  lake 
almost  touching  it  on  the  other.      Much  of 
this  road  was  blasted  out  of  tlic  solid  i-ock. 
It   was  finished    in    180.5,    l)ut    widened    in 
1915.      At  its  upper  end  Maiden  Clitf  rises 
seven  hundred  feet  above  the  lake,  its  sum- 
mit being  reached  by  trail  or  carriage  road 
as  shown  on  the  map.      From  this  elevation 

manv  beautiful  views  are  to  be  had  in  every  direction.  See  pages  (i.5 
and  70.  The  cross  marks  the  spot  ulierc  in  1  iS()4'  a  young  lady  lost 
her  life  by  falling  from  the  clifts  —  llie  only  fatality  connected  with 
the  mountains.  The  drive  to  lIo.smcr"s  Pond,  around  Ragged  .Moun- 
tain and  Mirror  Lake,  takes  one  into  the  heart  of  the  mountains, 
while  for  longer  drives  those  over  .Appleton  Ridge  or  around  .Alforc 
Lake  are  to  be  commended. 

Drive  Up  Mt.  Battie      The  Jir.st  drive  one  should  take  is  to  the  sum- 
mit    of  Mt.    Rattie,   over  the    well-kept   road 
leading  there.      This  reveals  the   beauties  of  the  bay  and   lakes,  which 
need  just  that  elevation  to  biiug   them  out.       At    the  same  linn-  Ilic  ^ciu'ral 
drives  are  made  more  intelligible. 


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Belfast  Road  Drive  The  well-known  Rel- 
fast  Road  runs  along  the 
seaward  slope  of  the  mountains  to  Belfast.  It 
follows  tiie  coast,  looking  down  into  the  hhu- 
waters  of  Penobscot  l}a^•  on  one  side  or  up  to 
the  crest  of  the  mountains  on  the  other.  At 
Lincolnville  Beach,  Duck  Trap  and  North- 
port,  liranch  roads  lead  up  into  the  mountains 
and  hills  of  a  charming  hinterland.  The  roads 
in  this  inland  country  are  generally  good, 
opening  up  manv  long  distance  routes  of  great 
scenic  beauty.  Many  days  can  be  delight- 
fully spent  in  exploring  this  attractive  hill 
country,  crossing  and  recrossing  the  lesser 
mountains  in  different  places,  each  day's  ex- 
periences having  a  fresh  novelty  of  its  own. 
Manv  who  go  there  once  are  sure  to  go  again 
and  again.  From  Belfast  there  are  the 
regular  ollicial  automobile  routes  to  Bar 
Harbor.  Bangor.  Augusta.  W'aterville  and 
Poland  Spring.  The  forty-five  different  Cani- 
diMi  drives  assure  the  owni'r  of  an  automobile 
a  full  summer's  pleasure.  Those  who  do  not 
bring  their  cars  can  arrange  with  the  several 
garages  or  with  the  public  carriage  men  to 
accommodate  them. 


1 .  On  the  Meadows  Road,  Rockland 
Residence  of  Ex.  U.  S.  Senator  Gardiner 

2.  Turnpike  cuffs 

3.  Duck  Trap  Bridge 


101 


Climate      'I'he  mountain  and  sea  air  in  combination  is  full  of  health-giving  vitality.    Those  who  come  here  for  strength  and  vigor 
are  sure  to  get  it;  those  who  have  led  a  listless  summer  life  in  other  places   find  themselves  compelled   into  activity 
here  as  the  bracing,  tonic  effect  of  the  climate  is   realized.        This   is  happily  alluded  to  by  Dr.  Lyman  Aiibott  in  this  appre- 
ciative letter: 

New  VoitK. 
Letter  of  Dr.  Lyman  Abbott      To  me  no  place  can  be  (juiteso  attractive  as  my  home  among  the  Highlands  of  the   Hudson,   but 

that  is  |)artly  because  it  is  home.  Camden  stands  next,  and  in  its  rare  combination  of  mountain, 
sea  and  inland  lake,  and  its  combined  advantages  for  driving,  walking,  fishing  and  sailing,  and  above  all  in  the  tonic  of  its 
climate,  I  really  know  of  no  place  which  i|uite  equals  it.        '  Lvman-   Ahhott. 

Letter  of  Chief  Justice  White      The  beneficial   effect  of  Camden's  climate   is    known  within   the  precincts  of  the  Cnited  States 
=^=^==^^^^=^=^^=^      Supreme  Court.   Washington,  as  this  letter  from  Chief  Justice  Edward  D.   White  shows  : 

Wc  all  enjoyed  and  derived  great  benefit  from  the  summer  spent  in  Camden.  Its  invigorating  climate,  the  unsurpassed 
nobilitv  and  picturescjueness  of  its  scenery,  condjining  ocean,  lake  and  mountain;  its  opportunities  for  outdoor  enjoyment,  sailing 
on  the  bav,  or  boating  and  fishing  on  fhe  lakes;  its  many  beautiful  and  diversified  tlrives.  and  its  interesting  and  kindly  people, 
as  well  as  the  comforts  and  conveniences  of  life  which  it  affords,  all  cond)ine  to  render  Camden  one  of  the  most  enjoyable  and 
beneficial  places  to  spend   the  suunncr  in  I  know  of.  Kdwahh  1).   Wiiiik. 


The  Air  of  Camden  The  air  of  Camden  is  remarkably  dry  for  a  seashore 
town.  Lven  the  occasional  fogs  are  (■<)niparati\el\' 
free  troiii  liuiriidity.  The  fog  area  is  a  \eiT  narrow  one.  'l"wo  and  one- 
half  miles  beyond  the  haibor  biin^s  one  bark  of  the  moiuitains,  «  hei'e  there 
is  a  coni])lete  change  of  scene  and  entire  inninmit\'  from  fog.  The  absence 
of  dampness  in  clothing,  books  and  furnishings  is  very  noticeable  in  the 
Camden  cottages. 

Churches      Camden's  churches  include  Congregational,  Haptist,  l-'.piscopal. 

Methodist,  Chi'istian  Scienceand  Itonian  Calholic.    .\  ne"  ^'()Ullg 

Men's  Christian  Association  Uuilding  \\'\\\  be  finished  in  the  spring  of  1})1(). 


Wherr  thr  Sail  Boats  await  You 


102 


Cascade  —Outlet  of  Lake  Megunticook 


Fishing  For  fresh  water  fishinj;-,  Lai<e  Mefruiiticook  will  be  found  to  be  (juite  satisfactory. 
Many  summer  residents  go  there  daily,  and  the  rivalry  among  the  anglers  keeps  up 
the  interest  in  the  sport  without  seriously  depleting  the  lake.  Some  s^ood  catches,  however, 
preserve  the  high  reputation  of  the  lake  as  a  fishing  ground,  and  durinj;  the  winter  some 
record  sizes  of  trout  and  bass  are  taken.      There  is  good  ice  fishing  here  and  on  Lilv  Pond. 

Salt  water  fishing  is  good  off  the  Sherman's  Point  rocks,  with  deep  sea  fishing  a  few 
miles  out.  'J"he  shores  abound  in  clams,  and  lobsters  are  taken  along  the  harbor  and  coast. 
Occupants  of  cottages  near  the  water  have  no  difficulty  in  supplying  the  table  with  (inelv 
Havored  lobsters  taken  within  one  hundred  feet  from  the  shoi-e. 

Bathing      Contrary   to  the  general   impression,    the  bathing  in    Camden    is    delightful  and 
is   indulged   in    regularly   the   same  as   at    places  farther  south.      The    purity  of 
the  water  and  its  temperature,  which  is  just  right  for  the  best  tonic  effect,  cond)ine  to  make 
bathing  popular  here.      Nearly  every  shore  estate  has  its 
private  bathhouse  and  float. 

Yachting  Center      Heing  midway  between  Boothbay  and 
Bar    Harbor,   Camden    is    a    natural 


stopping  place  for  nearly  all  the  large  and  small  yachts 
cruising  in  eastern  v.aters.  It  has  excellent  facilities  for  coaling  steam  yachts,  and  is,  per- 
haps, the  best  place  east  of  Boston  for  yachts  to  tit  out.  The  Camden  Yacht  liuilding  and 
Marine  Railway  Company  is  an  excellent  place  for  overhauling  or  repairing,  many  Boston 
and  New  Yoi-k  yachts  utilizing  it  in  this  way,  while  their  owners  enjoy  the  scenery  of 
Camden  and  the  hospitality  of  its  smnmer  homes  or  clul)s. 

PubUc  Library      The  Camden  Public  Library,  with  over  7,000  volumes  and  a  reading  room, 
has  the  disadvantage  of  occupying   rented   quarters.      It  is  greath'  appreci- 
ated by  summer  guests,  to  whose  liberality  it  owes  much.      A  building  fund  has  been  started 
and  it  is  hoped  that  a  desirable  lot  and  a  library  building  is  a  near  possibilitv. 

Public  Spirit      is  exemplified  in   the  Board  of  Trade  and   otiiei-  organizations  for  tiie   better- 
ment  of  Camden  in  all  directions,  and  in  the  Camden  Herald,  the  weekly  paper, 
which  is  loyal  in  its  advocacy  of  measures  for  promoting  the  public  good. 


Cascade  —  "  Seabrook  " 
Estate  of  Mr.  John  J.  Collins 


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■'*ias&^ 


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Boating  on  Lake  or  Ocean,  Each  with  a  Mountain  Background 


The  tlm-flhaded  Village  Streets 
I.   Elm  Street.     2.   High  Street 


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Even  llie  Industries  of  this  Region  are  Picturesque 

The  oeeaii-going  tug,  "  I'reil  K.  Richards,"  and  two  steel  liarges  cti  mute  to  New  \'oik  with  sixteen  thousand  barrels  of 
lime,  each,  represeiitinu;  the  oldest  and  largest  industry  of  this  region.  The  Rockland  \'  Rockport  Lime  Co..  the  largest  in 
New  England,  o|)erates  seven  such  barges,  insuring  the  deliverv  of  freshly  biUMied  lime  to  the  market  centers  at  regular  inter\als. 
In  1915  the  shipments  aggregated  1  ,^00, ()()()  barrels.  A  superior  quality  of  high  calcium  limerock  comes  from  the  ijuarries  of 
Rockland,  Rockport  and  Camden,  which  is  burned  in  fifty  kilns  of  modern  type  served  b}'  connecting  railroads  with  over  five 
hundred  cars. 

A  modern  discharging  plant  facilitates  the  distribution  of  coal  to  the  kilns,  and  its  advantages  are  extended  to  other  users 
in  the  nearby  cities  and  towns  as  well  as  the  neigidioring  islands.  \  isitors  will  tintl  the  (|uarries  and  works  very  picturesque 
and  interesting.      The  far-famed  Jacob's  (,)narrv  is  less  than  a  mile  from  the  village. 


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Landscape  Gardening      Tlu-    arrangement    of   grounds, 

with  trees  and  shrubbery  for 
the  best  landscape  gardening  effects,  is  a  feature  of  the 
newer  as  well  as  the  old  time  Camden  estates.  The  climale 
and  the  favoring  sea  air  seem  to  give  an  added  impetus  to 
the  gardens  and  to  the  velvety  lawns  and  rich,  dense 
shrubbery.  On  one  Camden  estate  the  roadside  has  been 
cultivated  for  (iiiite  a  distance  with  roses,  vines  and  shrub- 
ber\  extending  to  the  edge  ot  the  town  road.  The  fine 
spirit  of  owner  and  public  alike  is  expressed  in  the  fol- 
lowing signs  along  the  way:  '"The  Howers  and  shrui)- 
bery  along  this  roadside  arc  under  the  protection  of  tlic 
public. "" 

The  Camden  Garden  Club      The  widespread   interest  in 

gardens  in  Camden  is  re- 
flected in  the  (iarden  Club,  an  organization  formed  to 
cultivate  the  art  of  gardening  in  its  fullest  sense,  to- 
gether with  the  development  and  preservation  of  the 
be;iiitiful  in  and  about  Camden,  and  the  promotion  of 
civic  betterment.  It  invites  to  its  active  or  lionorarv 
membership  those  willing  to  co-operate  in  the  attainment 
of  these  ends.  The  Club  meets  once  in  three  weeks 
throughout  the  year.  Open  meetings  are  tmjnently 
held,  and  many  iiiforiiiini;  lectures  have  been  given. 
School  gardens,  too,  have  been  introduced,  and  a  shelf 
of  garden  books  pi-ov  ided  in  a  corner  of  the  I'id)lic 
Lii)rary.  The  Club  ollicers  for  \i)]5  are:  President, 
Miss  Emma  Sewall  Alden ;  First  Vice-President,  Mi-s. 
Carrie  1).  Hodgman ;  Second  \'ice-President,  Miss  Ide- 
lette  Carpenter;  Secretary,  .Mrs.  Alice  Cushing  'I'ufts ; 
Treasurer,  Miss  .Inliel  Patlerson. 


Types  of  Giirtif-iis  iintl  Hoii.hp  SurroundinRS 


lOti 


Perry  llonit- stead.  Upper  EIrrr  Street.  Camden.  Mrs.  Joliii  K.  I'rescott,  Newton  ville,  Miiss.      Vihen  nut  uttupied  by  owner  the  house  is  for  rent  fully  furnished 


A  tiiio  t'\aiii[jle  i)t'  .1  Colonial  ifsiik'iice  uliicli  lias  hi-on  in  the  present  owner's  faniiiv  over  si\tv  years.  Keeeiitly  remodeled 
and  refurnished  in  keeping  with  its  attractive  Colonial  character.  Six  fireplaces,  eiglit  clianihers.  two  l)aths,  lainulrv,  stable  or 
garage,  vegetable  and  flower  gardens,  orchard  and  many  beautiful  shade  trees.      For  photos,  plans,  etc.,  address  o«iieras  above. 


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General  Henry  Knox  for  whom  the  County  is  named 


Historical  Camden's  first  settler  was  James  liicliards.  wlio  came  here  in  17(59  and 
built  a  cabin  not  far  from  the  present  Opera  House.  Among  the  next  set- 
tlers are  the  familial-  names  of  Thorndike,  Ogier,  Hosmer,  Hodgman,  Dillingham,  Eaton 
and  Barrett,  all  living  to  a  good  old  age.  The  town  was  incorporated  in  1791  and 
named  for  Lord  Camden,  who  in  Parliament  had  vigorously  opposed  England's  policy 
towards  the  American  colonies.  His  prominence  as  Lord  Chief  Justice  and  Lord  High 
Chancellor  further  associates  oui' town  with  a  most  distinguished  name. 

On  the  o|)posite  page  is  his  portrait  and  that  of  the  present  Lord  Camden,  born  in 
1S7SJ  and,  by  the  death  of  his  father,  succeeding  to  the  title  in  the  same  year.  The 
portrait  shows  him  in  tiie  uniform  of  Lord  Lieutenant  of  Kent,  England.  His  extensive 
counti-v  seat,  Hayiiam  Abbey,  is  one  of  his  three  residences,  indicating  a  material  pros- 
perity which  eveiy  resident  of  Camden  will  rejoice  in.  It  is  interesting  to  know 
that  an  important  part  of  Lord  Camden's  estate  is  a  valuable  district  of  London  known 
as  "Camden  Town,"  which  derives  its  name  from  liim.  Here  he  has  carried  out  a 
far-reaching   plan   of  development,    transforming  an   unattractive,    conmionplace   district 

into  one  of  broad   streets  and  fine   regular  buildings.      Lonl   Camden   is  now   with   his   regiment   in   the    Mediterranean    in   the 

midst   of  the   fiercest   fighting    of  the  "great   war." 

General   Henry   Knox,    Washington's  faxorite    gener.il    and   Secretary  of 

War,    came  to    this   region   in   1794,    having  ac(|uired   by   marriage   and   b\ 

purchase  large  tracts  of  \  aluable   land.      The  next  year  he   brought  woikmeii 

from    Boston  and   built  "  Montpelier, "  a  magnilicent   house  for    I  liose  days. 

near  the  s|)ot  in  Tliomaston  where  \\'c\  iiioiit  li.  I  he  e;irliesl    l'',iircipi';in   vovagi'r 

in  these  parts,  is  said  to  lia\c  landed.       Here  lie  entert.iini'd  lavishlv  .md  lived 

the  life  of  a  great   landed    proprietor    until    liis   death    in     ISOfi.      The   above 

is  a   copy   of   the    portrait    of   Knox    which    hangs  in    the    Hoston    Museum  of 

l''ine  Arts,  and    the    photograph  ot   '"  Montpelier""  is  tioin    a    painting  o\\  ne<l 

in    Bockland. 

Camden   is    foi'timate  in    having    its  annals    written    l)\'    one    of   its    pronii 

nent    townsmen,   Hon.   UimkI    Kobinson.  whose  History  of  C.imden   and   i{ock 

port  brought   do«n   to   1!)()T.    .md  (•xtcmling    to  over  six    hundred    p.iges.  is    a  ^s , -' 

model    of  its    kind.  "  Monlpihet,"  the  M.uision  I  louae  o(  General  Knojc  in  Thomuston 


lOM 


t.   The  Firat  Lord  Camden,  born   17  I  i,  died  I  794.      3.  John  Charles  Pratt,  the  present    Lord  Camden.     2.   Bay  ham  Abbey.  Kent.  Lngland.  the  Principal  Country  Seat  of  the  Family 

The  Fine  Elizabethan  Mansion  was  built  in  1870  by  the  Father  of  the  Present  Marquis 


109 


The  Dillingham  Cottages      This  attractive  group  of  cottages  is  located  on  Dil- 

lingham  Point,  a  private  pari<  of  ten  acres,  witli 
water  on  three  sides.  The  view  on  the  opposite  page  shows  their  general  appear- 
ance, and  their  nearness  to  the  water  is  indicated  in  the  large  cuts  on  pages  2  and 
;}1.  The  various  occupants  of  these  cottages  have  added  much  to  the  social  life 
of  the  connnunity.  Some  of  them  have  hought  and  built  for  themselves  and  so 
become  permanently  iileiititied  with  Camden.  With  the  exception  of  "  Are- 
(|uipa. "'  all  of  the  cottages  are  for  rent: 

"Tiie  I'ointeil  Firs"  :   ten  chambers,  four  baths. 
"Oak  Ledge  "  :   eight  chambers,  three  baths, 
"(iray  Lodge":   seven  chambers,  two  baths. 
"  The  Hirches  "  :    six  chambers,  one  bath. 
"  r'ernlea  "  :   six  chambers,  two  baths. 


"Arequipa."  Edwin  F.  Dillingham 


.\li    of  tlicse   cottages   aic   located  and   planned  witli  a  view  to  maxinnnn  sum- 
mer comfort.      There  are  wide  piazzas,  fireplaces  and  tasteful  fui'iiishings ;  elec- 
tric lights,    running  water,  cellars,  sanitary  plund)ing  and   a  complete  system   of 
sewerage    are    among    llie    important    es.sentials    pro- 
vided, while  a  private  tennis  coui't,  a  privale  wharf  and  balh  houses  give  liie  cottagers  the  enjox  nient  of 
these  summer  pleasures  uiidei'  except ionai  conditions.       IMans  and  lull  information  tnrnishcd  on  applica- 
tion to  -Mr.   E.   L.  Uiililigham,  5i)7   I'iflh  .Avenue,   New    \'ork. 

"Arequipa"       was    the    first    snnuncr  cotlage  in  Camden,  .ind  its  owner,    M  i-.    i'dviin   !'.    Dilliiigliam   of 
Hangor,  Me.,  and   faniiiv  liave  spent  thiil\-(ive  consecutive  seasons  here.       See  page  !}?. 


F.tlwin  !■ .  DilliiiKliam 


110 


The  Dillingham  Cottages.      1.   Pointed  Firs.     2.  Oak  Ledge.     3.  Fernlea.     4.   The  Birches.     5.  Gray  Lodge 

111 


At  Northport — Northport  Inn  and  VillaBC  Green 


Belfast  Colonial  Homes  are  very  attrattive 


A  Century  Old  Country  Home 


Lincolnville  Beach      six   miles  tVom   ('anulcn.      A    raiiihliiio',   oliii-sliaded  street,  bordered  on  one  side  hy  old-time  \illai;e  houses 
and   on    the  other  by  the  shelving  beach,  constitutes  its  only  I horoughfare.      The   Fir  Tree  'I'ea  and  Gift 
Shop,  opposite  the  l)each,  will  pleasantly  l)eguile  the  passing  autoist. 

Northport  Harbor      and  Heach,  eight  miles  beyond  Lincolnville,  lin  the   new  state   road,  is  a   continuation  of  the  beautiful  shore 
drive.      Travelers    should    time    their  visit    to    include   one   of  ilie   Northport    Inn's   famous   dinners,    which 
attract  so  many  jjcople  during  the  summer  season  and  are  so  well  known  to  motorists  in  particular. 

Belfast  Helfast,  the  shire  town  of  Waldo  County,  is  foui'  miles  beyond  Northport  an<l  is  ri<'h  in  examples  of  Colonial  honics, 
with  spacious,  well-kept  grounds  indicating  a  prosperity  both  of  the  past  and  present.  The  return  to  Camden  can  be 
made  by  way  of  Lincolnville  Center,  a  typical  country  village.  From  here  to  ('amden  is  by  way  of  Wiley's  Corner  and  the  Hojjc 
Iload  following  the  .shores  of  the  lake.  The  well-known  Oak  Tree  Tea  Room  invites  one  to  stop  not  only  for  the  tea  and  other 
good  cheer,  but  for  the  beautiful  view  aci-oss  the  lake  al  lliis  point.  IJoats  can  be  had  for  exploring  this  part  of  I  lie  lake  or  for 
fishing.  From  here  there  is  a  direct  route  to  CaTiidcii  following  the  lake  and  river.  If  desired,  the  return  from  I,incoln\  ille 
Center   to   Camden   can   be   made   by   way  of  the   turnpike   road. 


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Lincolnville  Beach,  eisht  miles  above  Camden  along  shore.      I .  The  Distant  Camden  Mountains.     2  and  3.  The  Beach  and  Residence  of  WeUington  L.  Hallett.  Brookline.  Mass. 

4.  The  Down-hill  Entrance  to  the  Village 


113 


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The  SaniOsct  Hotel.  Rockland  Breakwater,  Hcnob»tot  Bay.  Mc 

114 


The  SamOset  Hotel.     One  of  ihe  Putting  Greens 

Visitors  to  the  welNkiiou  ii  Afoiiiit  Kiiico  House  aiul  I'olaiid  Spring'  House,  among  the  lakes  and  woods  of  .Maine,  will  be  fjlad 
to  know  that  these  houses  are  supplemented  by  the  SamOset  in  a  seashore  location  unei|ualed  by  any  on  the  Maine  coast  and 
under  the  same  general  supervision. 

Occupying  the  crest  of  a  gentle  slope  seventy-five  feet  above  the  Bay  and  one  thousand  feet  back  from  it,  the  SamOset  com- 
mands beautifid  \iews  of  ocean  and  islands,  mountains  and  countryside,  while  its  hia^hly  developed  private  fjrounds  of  two  hun- 
dred acres  form  a  fitting  setting  for  the  liotel  itself. 

This  location  gives  it  desired  privacy,  wliile  it  is  easily  accessible  through  the  Maine  Central  Railroad,  wliicii  has  its  teiiniiius 
!it  Itockland,  two  miles  distant,  where  the  SamOset  motor-bus  meets  all  trains.  'I'here  are  through  parlor  and  sleeping  cars 
direct  to  and  from  Boston  and  .New  York  in  numerous  express  trains  daily.  .\t  llockland  also  converge  steamers  from  Boston, 
and  the  SamOset,  too,  is  a  conspicuous  station  on  the  map  of  the  famous  Maine  coast  automobile  route.  The  park-like  grounds 
are  traversed  by  winding  driveways,  woodland  and  shore  paths,  and  tliere  is  a  private  pier  for  sail  aiid  row  boats  and  motor 
launches  with  batliing  facilities.  A  private  golf  course,  garage,  stable  for  private  or  jiublic  mounts  and  tennis  courts  sug- 
gest some  of  the  outdoor  pleasures,  while  a  skilled  orchestra  and  all  the  best  adjuncts  to  indoor  sunuiier  enjoyment  give  that 
completeness  to  the  SamOset's  e(|uipment  for  which  it  is  so  noted. 

l"'or  an  artistic  booklet  ami  other  information,  address  the  Ricker  Hotel  Company,  Portland.  Me. 


115 


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Kocklantl  Harbor  nnd  Hrcnkwalcr.     Hotel  SamOncl.     Warrenton  Park.     Camden  Moiinluins 

116 


Trolley  Rides  Althouiili  ('aiiKien  roads  are  given  (ncr  to  diix- 
iiig  or  iiiotoriiii;'.  many  attractive  trips  can  be 
made  bv  the  electrics  of  the  Rockland,  'i'homaston  ^:  Camden 
Street  Railway.  For  a  short  trip  the  ride  to  the  Lime  Quarries, 
Lily  Pond  and  Rock  port  is  very  interesting.  The  older  (jiiar- 
ries  from  which  so  much  tine  lime  rock  has  been  taken  are  very 
deep  and  are  still  actively  operated.  At  Rockport  the  lime  rock 
is  burned  in  patent  kilns  along  the  harbor's  edge  and  visitors  are 
welcomed  to  see  the  processes.  A  few  miles  beyond  Rockport 
the  railway  company  has  created  Oakland  Park, — a  high-class 
seashore  amusement  resort  of  seventy-two  acres,  —  where  the  best 
forms  of  sunniier  amusement  can  be  enjoyed  in  the  midst  of  sur- 
roundings of  great  natiu'al  beauty.  .lust  before  reaching  Rockland 
the  cars  come  to  the  top  of  the  hill  overlooking  Glen  Cove  and 
the  western  half  of  Penobscot  Ray,  The  \  iew  of  Warrenton 
Park  is  particularly  fine  from  this  spot.  A  little  beyond  the 
Power  Station  a  road  to  this  Park  branches  off  to  tiie  left,  leading 
to  the  several  finely  located  houses  of  the  Smith  Rrothers,  includ- 
ing "Clifford  l,odge"  shown  on  this  page.  (Also  see  page  (i. )  I'rom  Rockland  there  is  a  side  trip  to  the  Highlands  with  its 
remarkable  ipiaiTies,  some  of  them  over  three  hundred  feet  deep.  Reyond  Rockland  the  road  runs  to  Thomaston  with  its  wide, 
park-like  streets  and  Colonial  houses.  This  place  was  the  home  of  General  Henry  Knox  of  Revolutionary  fame.  His  portrait  and 
house  are  shown  on  page  lOS.  The  Elaine  State  Prison  is  here  and  can  be  seen  by  visitors.  A  steamer  can  lie  taken  at  Thomas- 
ton  for  Friendship  and  Monhegan.  The  electrics  continue  on  to  Warren,  seventeen  miles  from  Camden,  the  road  following  the 
Georges  River,  which  is  associated  with  the  earliest  voyagers  to  the  Penobscot  region.  The  route  is  of  great  natural  beauty  and 
a  day  can  be  pleasantly  spent  on  this  trip.  Another  fine  trip  from  Rockland  is  to  South  Thomaston,  by  the  Rockland. 
Thomaston  and  St.  George  Railway.  Still  another  trip  is  to  Crescent  l}each,  which  has  become  cpiite  an  extensive  cottage  com- 
munity. OwTs  Head  is  near  Crescent  Beach  and  should  be  included  in  this  trip.  Crescent  Beach  is  noted  for  the  fi.sh  dinners 
served  there,  many  making  the  trip  just  for  that.  Special  cars  for  any  tiips  can  be  chartered  for  the  day  or  evening  at 
reasonable  rates   b\    private   jiarties. 


Clifford  Lodge."  Mr.  Benj.  F.  Smith.  Jameson's  Point 


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Camden  a  Base  for  Numerous  Sailing  and  Automobile  Trips     It  is  impossible  to  give  in  detail  the  outings  and  trips  that  can 

i)e  planned  with  Camden  as  a  base.  Its  central  location  affords 
opportunities  to  study  the  whole  coast,  both  by  water  and  land.  The  fine  anchorage  of"  its  harbor  and  the  very  complete 
accommodations  of  its  yacht  club  house  and  pier  greatly  facilitate  every  form  of  sailing.  Penobscot  Bay  with  its  scores  of  pic- 
turesque islands  is  right  at  hand,  and  many  days  can  be  devoted  to  cruising  among  them,  returning  to  Camden  at  night  from 
must  of  these  trip-;.  Islesboro  or  D:u-k  Harbor,  Pulpit  Harbor,  Uockland  Breakwater,  Owl's  Head,  Northport  and  Belfast  are 
about  an  hour's  sail  by  motor  launch. 

The  upper  reaches  of  Penobscot  Bay.  Castine,  Eggemoggin  Ueadi,  Isle  au  Haut,  North  Haven  and  the  famous  Fox  Island 
Thoroughfare  are  examples  of  all-day  trips,  while  Bar  Harbor  and  Boothbay  are  almost  as  easily  accessible.  All  of  these  are 
well-known  names  to  yachtsmen. 

The  up-river  trip  through  the  Highlands  of  Penobscot  River  to  Bangor  and  a  ride  to  Oldtown,  twelve  miles  above  Bangor 
to  the  T'nited  States  Indian  Reservation,  are  of  great  interest. 

Ciuiiden  has  an  outer  and  an  inner  harbor  (see  page  !51 ).  The  latter  is  entirely  l.uul  locked  with  a  depth  of  water  sufficient  to 
allow  the  large  steam  yachts  to  come  alongside  the  yacht  club  pier,  oi-  to  berth  at  any  of  the  wliar\es  where  coal,  water,  gasoline 
and  other  supplies  can  be  taken  on.  The  outer  harbor,  covering  a  s(|uare  mile  (see  pages  15  and  18),  is  well  land  locked,  with 
good  anchorage  for  yachts  of  any  draft,  the  holding  ground  being  excellent. 

.\11  the  foregoing  is  without  prejudice  to  the  unusual  opportunities  Camden  offers  for  walking  trips  over  mountain  trails,  along 
countrv  roads,  or  to  manv  points  on  the  shoi'e.  To  many  the  walking  experiences  are  the  most  enjoyable  at  the  time  and  loom 
u(i  the  largest  in  retrospect.  Those  who  enjoy  horseback  riding  will  find  the  Camden  roads  and  by-paths  well  suited  to  this  form 
of  outdoor  activity. 

From  Rockland  there  are  numerous  watci'  hips,  the  finest  i)eing  liy  liie  early  moiiiing  steamer  to  Bar  Hari)or,  Northeast, 
Southwest  and  Seal  Harbors,  by  way  of  North  Haven  and  Deer  Island  Thoroughfares,  giving  four  hours  at  Bar 
il,u  1)1)1-  and  returning  the  same  (lax .  Other  deligiitt'ul  tiips  aii-  by  the  Castiiif  Line,  the  lUiic  Hill  Line,  the  Sedgwick  Line, 
and  the  \  inalhaven  Line.  Also  the  outside  line  to  Matinicus,  the  farthest  from  the  mainland  of  any  of  the  islands,  a  trip  which 
will  ap|)eal  to  those  who  most  enjoy  the  open  sea.       Apply  to  Lastei'u  S.  S.  Corp.  .igenf,  Uockland,  Me.,  lor  folders  and  time  tables. 

Automobile  Trips  to  Bar  Harbor,  .Moosehead  Lake,  Poland  Spring  and  the  White  Moinitains  aie  readily  made  tVoni  Camden 
as  a  base. 

The  automobile  route  from  Boston  to  Camden  is  over  the  splendid  state  road  to  Portland.  Detours  can  be  made  for  the 
.Vlarblchcad  and  (ape  /\nn  routes,  anil  at  Portsmouth  for  the  \'ork   Harbor  and  OguiKpiit  route. 

l'"rom  Portlanil  the  route  is  by  Brunswick  and  Hath  with  terry  to  \Voolwi<li  and  then  state  road  to  Uockland  and  Camden. 
.\t  this  writing  some  sections  of  the  stale  roads  :\.yc  not   t'ulh    linished. 

1 1^ 


Dotted  line  indicates  P'astern  Steamship  Corporation 
route,  Boston  to  Camden,   Hanpfor  and   liar  Harbor. 

Heaw  black  line  indicates  Boston  <S:  Maine  and  Maine 
Central  K.l{.  route  to  Uockland.  The  automobile  route 
follows  in  the  main  the  line  of  the  railroads,  but  the  auto- 
mobile maps  should  be  referred  to  for  this.  From  Uock- 
land to  New  York  the  rail  route  is  via  Hath,  Portland. 
Dover,  Lowell,  Worcester  and  New  Haven. 


HOW  TO  REACH  CAMDEN 

From  New  York,  all  Rail,  via  New  Haven  and  Worcester,  Poi-t" 
land  and  Uockland.  Leave  Grand  Central  Terminal  l.'.io  r.M.  (Sun- 
days, 7.1-5  I'.M.  ),  arrive  in  I{ockland  !).o()  a.m.  Tlironfj;li  vleepiii};  car. 
with  dining;  car  serving;  breakfast.  Leave  Itockland  daily  lor  .Sew 
^'ork  at  5. 15  i'.  m. 

From  New  York,  by  Steamer,  via  Eastern  Steamship  Corporation, 
■Maine  Steamship  Line,  leaving  I'ier  19,  North  River  (foot  of  ^Varren 
Street),  for  Portland.  TLies<lays.  Thuisdays  and  Saturdays  at  -i  p.m. 
Returning  leave  Franklin  W'liai'f,  Portland,  on  the  same  days  at  6.. '30  v.  .\i. 
During  the  summer  (June  19  to  Septend)er  1  1.  19H),  inclusive)  a  day 
trip  is  operated  in  each  direction,  steamers  leaving  New  York  and 
Portland  on  Mondays  at  IO.JJOa.m.  At  Portland,  steamer  Monhegan 
leaves  Franklin  Wliarffor  Rockland  'l"uesda\s.  Thursdays  and  Saturdays 
at  7  A.M..  arriving  at  Rockland  ■l.-'iO  r.  m. 

From  New  York,  by  Steamers  of  the  Eastern  Steamslii|)  Corpora- 
tion, Aletropolitan  Line,  operating  the  splendid  express  passenger 
steamers  Massachusetts  and  Bunker  Hill,  direct  to  Boston,  thence 
Bangor  Line  to  Camden  as  below.  Through  tickets  are  sold  from  New 
York.  They  will  be  in  service  for  the  summer  season  from  May  22  to 
September  .'30.  From  New  York  leave  Pier  18.  North  River,  every  day 
at  5  1'.  M.  :    returning  leave  India  ^Vllarf.  Boston,  same  days  an<l  hour. 

From  Boston,  by  Steamer,  via  Eastern  Steamship  Corporation, 
Bangor  Line,  stejuiiers  Camden  and  Belfast  leave  India  Wharf  every 
week  (lav  at  5  r.  m.  and  dail\'  from  last  of  June  to  middle  of  September, 
arriving  at  Camden,  the  second  stop,  about  (i  a.m.  Staterooms  should 
be  engaged  well  in  .advance. 

From  Boston,  all  Rail,  via  Boston  <S:  M.iine  R.R.  and  Maine  Cen- 
tral R.R.,  with  through  parlor  cars  and  through  sleeper  to  Rockland. 
Leaving  North  Station.  Boston,  at  9  a.m..  1.1)  and  10  r.M.  L.itter 
train  during  summer  season  only. 

From  Portland,  all  Rail,  via  Maine  Central  R.M..  four  day  trains 
and  one  night  train,  with  sleeju'r  to  Rockland. 

Passengers  arriving  at  Rockland  by  railroad  or  by  ste.uner  Mon- 
hegan can  take  electrics  for  Camden,  checking  trunks  on  the  baggage 
car  at  Rockland.  Above  time  tables  are  based  on  prelinnnary 
schedules.      Travelers   should   alwavs   consult    latest   time   tables. 


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Information  for  Intending  Visitors  to  Camden 

It  is  assumed  that  many  persons  reading  tiiis  l)ook  would  not  only  like  to  know  how  to  get  to  Camden,  but  also  the  most 
desirable  places  to  stop  en  route,  and  what  Camden  hotels,  boarding  houses,  garages,  etc.,  to  write  to  tor  accommodations.  The 
following  references  are  made  not  for  advertising  patronage,  but  as  being  helpful  to  those  plaiming  a  visit  or  a  summer's  sojourn 
in  Camden. 


Where  to  Stop  in  Boston  when  en  route  tor  Caiudeii.  It  woukl 
be  tliffiiailt  to  find  a  sto])])ing  place  offering  the  numerous  advantages 
of  the  Co])ley-Pla7.a  Hotel.  Its  exclusive  yet  convenient  location  on 
lieautiful  ('o])ley  S(niare  appeals  very  strongly.  The  hotel  occujiies 
the  site  of  the  old  Museum  of  F"ine  Arts,  and  it  will  he  recalled  that 
it  is  directly  o])])osite  tlie  Boston  Puhlii'  rjilu'ary  and  the  famous 
Trinity  Church.  AVliile  the  Copley- 1 'la/.a  is  young  in  comparison 
with  the  many  other  Boston  hotels,  it  has  had  a  wonderful  growth,  due 
to  its  excellent,  distinctive  .service,  etticient  management  mikI  most 
moderate  charges. 

The  Bangor  House.  Those  aj)j)roaching  Camden  from  the  north, 
or  going  u])  the  river  from  Camden,  will  naturally  stop  over  at  Bangor 
for  a  night  or  more,  and  the  Bangor  House  is  c(nmnended  for  such  a 
sojourn.  It  has  an  elevated  location  on  a  line  residential  street,  is 
metropolitan  in  its  a])]iointnM-)its  ami  service,  and  has  the  lai-gest  and 
hest-e<|uip])ed  lirejuoof  gaiage  connected  with  any  hotel  in  Maine, 
also  a  large  hranch  gaiage  at  North  Kast  Harbor.  It  is  an  ideal 
))lace  to  make  excursions  or  automobile  nnis  to  and  from  Mt.  Desert, 
Moo>eliead  Lake.  I'(daiid  S|iiing.  (aMideii  and  llie  Sam()set  at 
I'ocUlaiid   I'lCeakwatei-. 

The  Thorndike  Hotel,  centrally  locateil  in  Rocklan<l,  is  recom- 
mended to  those  on  their  way  to  and  from  C!amden.  Automobilists 
or  train  ])assengers.  arriving  late  in  the  afternomi,  can  s])en(l  the  nighl 
efindortidily  at  the  riiorndike  and  ])roceed  on  their  way  to  ('aiM(hii 
or  the  Islands  at  their  convenie7u-e.  Sunnnei'  cottag('rs  who  come 
down  in  the  winter  or  s])ring  to  look  after  their  Camden  or  i{ock]>or1 
liroperties  will  find  this  overnight  ])lan  an  excellent  one.  The  ownei- 
ship  and  management  of  the  Thorndike  are  in  high-(dass  hands, 
attracting  to  it  the  most  desirable  kind  of  summer  and  winter  ])atron- 
age.  A  modern  gi'ill  room — the  finest  this  side  ut  I'.oston  —  will 
appeal  to  automobilists  and  others  en  route. 


Whitehall,  a  tirst-class  sunnner  hotel,  has  exceptioiud  location, 
ai)])ointments  and  management.  It  is  hut  half  a  mile  from  the  busi- 
ness district  on  the  state  highway,  nearly  two  hundred  feet  above  the 
sea,  which  it  overlooks.  The  mountains  are  directly  back  of  it,  while 
some  of  the  tinest  estates  in  Camden  are  around  it.  Inside  the 
house  the  acconnnodatimis  are  modern,  cond'ortable  and  homelike. 
.Vll  floors  are  hard  wood  and  a  majority  of  the  rooms  have  ])rlvate 
baths.  The  public  rooms  include  lobby,  ]>arl<n-,  library  ami  card  and 
writing  rooms.  The  dining  rooms  include  nuiin,  private,  maids', 
chautfeius'  and  children's  dining  rooms.  The  verandas  have  an  area 
of  four  thousand  square  feet.  AVhitehall  accommodates  ninety  to 
one  hundred  guests  and  is  under  the  ownershi])  and  management  of 
Mr.  and  Mrs.  A.  V.  P^lmore,  who  may  be  addi'essed  for  booklets  and 
I'ates.      See  cut  on  l>age  .">1. 

Hotel  Lafayette,  Portland,  Me.  Many  tourists  and  sunnner 
residents  en  route  for  Camden  stoj)  over  in  Portland  for  a  lew  days. 
The  stay  in  Portland  will  be  nuudi  heightened  if  it  be  made  at  the 
Hotel  Lafayette,  which  ranks  as  the  tinest  all-the-year-round  house 
east  of  Boston.  Situated  on  an  elevated  location  in  Portland's  exclu- 
sive section,  it  is  in  the  ))atli  of  constant  sea  breezes,  and  yet  but  a 
few  minutes'  ride  to  the  trains  or  steamers.  Its  a])pointments,  cuisine 
and  service  are  of  die  liiiibest  class. 


Mountain  View  House.  K.  ().  .Marlin,  iiro]irielor.  ()|i<ii  from 
.lime  -."i  to  ( )ctober  ].  High  (devation,  giving  fine  views  of  moun- 
lains  and  bay.  See  ])ages  ]'A  and  1  f^  <d'  this  book  for  the  outlook 
from  the  .Mountain  \'iew  |)iaz/a.  Perfect  drainage.  Mr.  Martin 
each  year  adds  to  the  attrac^tious  of  the  house  and  locality.  It  is 
near  the  .shore,  convenient  to  the  g(df  liidis,  yaclit  cbili  and  all  the 
summer  activities  of  the  ])lace.  A  ])am])hlet  fuitber  desciibing  the 
liouse  and  its  advantages  will  gladly  be  maib-il  Ly  Mr.  Martin. 


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Information  for  Intending  Visitors  to  Camden  —  Continued 


The  Elms,  Ufwly  lenuvulcil  and  tuniislud  and  under  entirely  new- 
ownership  and  management,  is  now  oj)en  for  summer  and  winter 
guests.  Located  opposite  the  new  post  office,  with  fine  views  of 
harbor  and  mountains,  and  surrounded  l>y  beautiful  elms.  Close  to 
electric  cars  and  near  steamers  for  up  river  points.  Motor  bus  meets 
Boston  and  liangor  steamers.     J.  A.  Duane,  proprietor. 


The  Homestead.  A  select  sunnner  boarding  place  on  High 
Street,  overlooking  the  sea,  right  in  the  path  of  the  sunnner  breezes 
and  within  live  minutes'  walk  to  the  shore.  Less  than  ten  minutes 
to  ])ost  ofHce  and  electrics.  Has  modern  conveniences,  airy  rooms 
neatly  furnished,  broad  veranda,  electric  lights  and  two  dining  rooms 
—  one  with  small  tables.  The  Homestead  table  is  in  keeping  with 
its  other  attractions.  The  house  is  open  the  year  round,  thus  accom- 
modating those  who  come  before  or  after  the  regidar  season.  For 
booklet  and  terms  address  the  ])ropriet(>r,  Mrs.  Kmma  1?.  Long. 


Stahl  Cottage,  •')■">  Mountain  Street.  A  (juiet.  home-like  house  in 
an  elevated  location  at  the  foot  of  Mt.  Hattie.  Limited  number  of 
summer  guests  can  be  acconnnodated  at  more  moderate  rates  than 
usual.  There  are  beautiful  walks  in  many  directions.  The  trail  U]) 
Mt.  Battle  starts  a  short  distance  from  the  house,  and  the  Turnpike 
Road,  following  the  river  and  commanding  continuous  views  of  the 
mountain  ranges,  is  near  by.  Ten  nnnutes"  walk  to  post  oflice  and 
wharves.  A\'e  are  i)ermitted  to  refer  to  former  guests  as  tf>  accom- 
modations and  service.      House  has  all  modern  conveniences. 


Bakery  and  Ice  Cream.  r.uikrlt  iirollicrs'  liakery  on  Mechanic 
Street  is  extremely  poj)ular  with  the  summer  residents,  with  whom 
they  have  a  large  trade.  All  kinds  of  bread,  fancy  cakes,  pastry  and 
ice  cream  are  delivered  daily  (Sundays  included).  Their  sanitary 
bakery  is  fitted  with  u])-to-date  nuichinery  and  is  in  operati(ui  Axw 
and  night.      Ice-cream  tables  in  connection  with  the  bakery. 


The  Ocean  View  Tea  Room.  .V  ])ii-ture>^(pie  bungalow  nearly 
o])j)osite  the  Soldiers'  .Monument  serves  regidar  dinners,  afternoon 
teas  and  dainty  luncheons  or  special  dinners  to  order.  Its  broad 
verandas  overlooking  the  harbor  also  accommodate  tables  and  can  be 
reserved  for  private  dinner  ])arties  and  foi-  darning.  Yachting  and 
automobile  parties  can  place  oiders  to  be  served  at  any  time  indicated. 
Special  catering  at  houses,  including  dishes  and  service.  Summer 
residents  can  take  their  meals  here  while  opening  their  cottages. 
Mrs.  .lojiii  \\  adswoith.      Telephone.  4S   4. 


Summer  Board.  Those  looking  for  satisfactorv  summer  lioard 
in  an  elevated  l(M'ation,  close  to  the  mountain  and  overlooking  the 
sea,  will  be  interested  to  know  that  the  McKay  House,  No.  L'  .Spring 
Street,  Canulen,  will  again  lie  open  the  coming  season.  Its  location 
in  the  mi<lst  of  mountain  and  ocean  scenery  an<l  its  excellent  re])U- 
tation  for  service  make  it  a  most  desirable  home  for  summer  sojourn- 
ers. Being  but  a  half  mile  to  the  post  office,  wharves  and  electric 
cars,  it  is  in  easy  touch  with  all  the  summer  activities  of  the  ])lace. 
Jliss  Hattie  R.  Church,  ])roprietor. 


Willow  Farm,  pleasantly  located  at  the  norllu'rn  end  of  Lake 
Meguiiti<-ook.  is  a  po|)ular  country-side  sunnner  home,  with  accom- 
modations for  twenty  guests.  For  particidars  address  J.  S.  Mullin, 
Lincolnville,  Me.  The  farm,  of  some  one  hundred  acres,  extends 
from  the  town  road  to  the  lake,  and  with  very  little  outlay  would 
nuike  an  ideal  summer  estate  with  mountain  and  lake  environment. 
Mr.  Mullin  also  has  a  twenty-five  acre  lot  bordering  on  the  lake, 
which  is  for  sale  in  lots  to  suit  the  ]iurcliaser.  It  is  an  undeveloped 
tract,  and  known  as  ••  Lygonia  Park."      (See  pages  71i  and  7.S. ) 


Ice  Cream  and  Confectionery.  Those  who  go  to  Camden  regu- 
larly have  iliscovered  the  advantages  of  Mixer's  ice  cream  and  con- 
fectionery store.  Newcomers  will  find  it  worth  trying  and  will 
come  agjiin  and  again.  Much  of  Mr.  Mixer's  candv  is  home  made, 
with  all  which  that  implies. 


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Information  for  Summer  Residents  and  Visitors 


The  following  information  will  be  helpful    to  those  hringinjn  their  yaehts  or  power  boats  to  Camden,  as  well  as  those  owning 
or  hiring  automobiles.      See  map  at  end  of  book  for  Camden,  Rockport,  Lincolnville  and  other  roads. 


Motor  Boats  and  Motors.  Camden  has  long  had  a  world-wide 
reputation  as  a  ship-building  center.  The  changed  conditions  of  this 
industry  have  brought  the  motor  boat  and  launch  to  the  front,  and 
the  plant  of  the  Camden  Anchor-Rockland  Machine  Company  is  now 
turning  out  the  famous  Knox  motors  and  ship])ing  them  to  all  parts 
of  the  world.  \  large  i)art  of  the  company's  liusiness  is  l)uilding 
hulls  as  well  as  motors  and  furnishing  high-])owered  launches  com- 
pletely. The  skill  of  the  old  ship-builders  has  been  retained  and 
gone  into  these  new  cdnstructions.  (ieneral  engine  repairing  and 
overhauling  of  other  motors  is  promptly  ilone,  the  company  having 
its  own  foundries  as  well  as  machine  shops.  Resident  or  visiting 
yachtsmen  are  invited  to  the  plants  and  demonstration  of  the  actual 
operation  of  engines  and  launches  will  he  gladly  given  to  those 
interested. 


Marine  Railway.  Yachtsmen  and  shipmasters  will  be  glad  to 
learn  that  the  Camden  Vaclit  Building  and  Railway  Company  has 
two  marine  railways,  of  four  hundred  and  eight  hundred  tons  capacity, 
equipped  with  modern  machinery  (see  page  'A\).  They  also  have 
nine  hundred  and  sixty  feet  of  improved  water  front,  with  ten  feet 
of  water  at  low  tide,  where  yachts  and  other  shipping  may  lay  winter 
or  summer,  completely  protecteil  from  un<lertow  or  rough  water. 
This  dockage  is  far  enough  from  street  and  business  hfe  to  l>e  ])racti- 
cally  free  from  dust  and  smoke,  which  to  the  exj)erienced  yachtsman 
is  no  small  advantage.  Coal,  water,  vessel  and  engine  stores  and  all 
supplies  incidental  to  a  marine  railway.  Tele])hone,  'A]'.).  For  rates, 
etc.,  address  H.  L.  Shepherd,  President,  Rockport,  Me.,  or  C.  A. 
Henner,  Treasurer,  Camden,  Me. 


For  Excursions  by  Steamer  to  up-river  ]ioints  and  to  Isleshoro, 
ibc  M.  and  .M.  line  ciiVcrs  great  attractions.  It  runs  betw'cen  Cam- 
den and  Hucks])oi-t,  not  only  affording  ([uickest  access  to  hay  and 
river  ])oints,  hut  al.so  passes  tiie  tinest  scenery  in  this  region.  The 
commodious  steamer  •'  Isleshoro"  leaves  Camden  at  1  p.m.  daily, 
«toj)])ing  first  at  Isleshoro.  then  touching  at  Northport,  Belfast,  West 
I'ciirjliscdt.  Sandy  Point  and  iiui-ksjiort,  where  train  can  be  taken 
tor  Bangor.  Returning  leaves  Bucks])ort  at  S  a.m.  on  arrival  of  train 
from  Bangor.      Meals  are  seived  on  the  steamer. 


The  Camden  Garage  is  cnnncctccl  witli  a  largi-  operating  machine 
shop,  with  a  force  of  skilled  mechanics  always  availal)le  for  doing 
even  the  most  difficult  re])airing.  Supplies  of  all  kinds  carried. 
On  the  second  floor  are  neatly  furnished  waiting  looms  for  our  pa- 
trons. Cars  stored,  rented  or  cared  for.  W.  C.  Howe,  ])ro])riet()r, 
corner  Washington  and  Mechanics  Streets.      Tele|ilinnc  connect i(jii. 


The  Bay  View  Garage,  o])posite  the  post  othce,  is  solidly  built  of 
brick  with  cement  floors,  witii  almost  no  hre  risk  —  the  only  one 
of  its  kind  in  the  county.  It  has  turntable  and  a  fully  equipped 
machine  sho|)  with  power.  It  offers  cxccjitional  service  for  the  care 
of  cars  by  the  day  or  season  at  reasonable  rates.  The  newness  and 
neatness  of  the  jdace  and  the  amj)le  flooi-  space  for  handling  cars  will 
a])])eal  to  particidar  owners  ;  open  night  and  day.  Two  floors  with 
acconnnodations  for  fifty-five  cars.  Re])airing,  storing,  washing  and 
pidishing.  We  do  anything  for  a  car  excc])t  overcharge  for  it. 
Su]i]>lics  of  all  kinds.  Hcl])ful  information  as  to  attractive  tri])s  and 
best  roads.  \i.  W.  .laniii-son,  prtqirielor.  Hay  N'icw  Street,  Camden. 
Telephone,   l.'il. 


The  Boynton  Motor  Car  Co.,  nearly  opposite  the  Boynion 
Pharmacy,  is  centrally  located  and  acts  as  selling  agi'ucy  for  high- 
grade  (^ars.  Large  and  medium  tom'ing  cars  with  rdialilc  cliaulfems 
tor  rent  by  the  hour  or  sea.son.      Storage  anil  can'  ol  cars. 


Information  for  Summer  Residents  and  Visitors :  Real  Estate 


George  H.  Talbot,   nal    estate  agent, 
cottages  for  sale  and  to  lent. 


Cottage  sites,     turnislieil 


Real  Estate.  Mr.  S.  (J.  Ritterlmsh  not  only  buys,  sells  and  rents 
]iro])erties,  liut  is  one  of  Camden's  most  siu'cessful  Imilders.  The 
sunnner  cottages  of  Mi-.  Cliaiincey  Keep,  Mrs.  J..].  Horland,  Dr. 
Geo.  H.  Phelps  and  many  others  were  Imilt  liy  him,  and  he  has 
the  winter  care  of  nearly  all  of  the  large  cottages  and  estates.  Hi.s 
intimate  knowledge  of  properties  and  values  is  at  the  service  of 
those  desiring  to  buy  or  rent  summer  jirojierties.  He  acts  as  special 
agent  for  several  large  tracts  of  land,  which  can  be  sold  entire  or 
subdivided  to  suit. 


Insurance,  (ieorge  K.  Allen  does  a  general  iiisuiniicc  luisiiiess, 
otti<'es  4  and  ;">  Camden  Block,  and  represents  the  largest  and  strong- 
est line  of  insurance  conij)anies  in  the  state  of  Maine.  He  special- 
izes in  tire  insurance  on  summer  cottages  in  any  Maine  location. 
You  will  make  no  mistake  in  leaving  your  insurance  matters  with 
liim. 

Architect  and  Builder.  Mr.  W.  E.  Schwart/,  of  Camden  makes 
a  specialty  of  summer  cottage  designs  and  estimates,  and  refers  to  a 
large  number  of  jjiominent  summer  residents  whose  cottages  he  has 
built,  both  in  Camden  and  on  the  islands.  His  extensive  knowledge 
of  real  e.state  makes  him  of  service  to  those  thinking  of  buying,  build- 
ing or  renting. 

Belfast  Road  properties  oft'er  unusual  ojjportuiiities  for  develop- 
ment on  an  extensive  scale.  A  large  ti'act  of  several  hundred  acres 
extending  along  the  shores  of  Penobscot  Hay,  midway  lietween  Cam- 
den and  Lincolnville  Heacdi,  and  rising  liy  natuial  terraces  to  the 
mountains,  is  admirably  adapted  for  hotel  or  cottage  purposes.  It  is 
shown  in  jiart  in  the  large  cut  on  pages  ">(;  and  .57.  This  tract 
of  land  is  now  the  jiroperty  of  G.  F.  Heublein.  Inc.,  of  Hartford, 
Conn.,  who  offer  it  for  such  development  as  befits  its  location  and 
surroundings.      For  further  inforination  address  the  owners. 


Real  Estate.  Tlie  Camden  Real  Estate  Company,  located  in  a 
large  and  tlnely  ei[ui])i)ed  suite  of  offices  in  Camden  Block,  does  an 
extensive  business,  buying,  selling  and  renting  real  estate.  Thev 
will  be  glad  to  correspond  with  or  meet  pro.sjiective  buyers  and  show- 
property  in  jierson.  This  comjiany  is  represented  by  .ludge  Keuel 
Robinson  and  George  E.  Allen. 

Conveyancing  and  Examination  of  Titles  is  one  of  the  most  im- 
j)oi-tant  j)arts  of  a  real  estate  transaction.  Judge  Reuel  Robinson, 
with  offices  in  Camden  Block,  makes  this  work  a  specialty.  an<l  his 
certificate  on  a  title  is  a  guarantee  of  absolute  safety.  Besides  this, 
he  acts  as  general  legal  adviser  and  is  counsel  for  a  large  number  of 
Camden  interests,  and  has  fVn-  years  lieen  the  local  attorney  for  a 
large  number  of  the  members  of  the   summer  colony  of  that  vicinity. 


'aiititnl     ledges   and    cove 
sale.      The  pro|)erty  <om- 


Sherman's   Point   Property.      The    1 

shown  on  pages  'il,  2/!,  I'lS  and  2V>  are  for 

prises  a  beach,  a  rocky  ])oint.  a  wharf  location  and  anchorage,  and 
about  five  acres  of  land.  Mr.  S.  (i.  Hittei-bush  of  Camileii  mav  be 
addressed  regarding  it. 

Boston  Real  Estate  Agents.  Clients  desiring  information  on 
Canulen  properties  can  obtain  it  from  .Messrs.  T.  Dennie  Boardnian. 
Reginald  and  Richard  deB.  Boardnian,  No.  ")(>  Ames  Building.  Bos- 
ton. Mass.  Photographs,  iiiajis  and  ])lans  of  cottages  can  be  seen 
and  arrangements  made  for  visiting  them.  Owners  of  cottages  living 
in  Boston  or  elsewhere,  will  tind  it  to  their  advantage  to  ])lace  their 
cottayes.  either  for  sale  oi-  to  rent,  with  the  above-mentioned  firm. 


Camden's  Portland  Representative.  Many,  in  looking  u])  a 
Maine  lo(-ution.  ])lan  to  ilii  it  froin  l'i)i-lland.  and  wouhl  like,  while 
there,  to  find  out  about  the  best  shore  locations  in  the  state.  The 
advantages  of  Camden  and  information  aliout  cottages  and  ])ro])erty 
there  can  be  had  of  the  .Maine  Realty  Burean.  Win.  M.  Pennell. 
Manager.  Fidelity  Buihling.  Portland,  or  arrangements  made  for 
visiting  Camib'ii  ]iroperties  in  ]icrson. 


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Information  for  Summer  Residents  and  Visitors 

Practically  everything  required  by  summer  residents  or  visitors  can  he  had  of  dealers  right  in  Camden.  Orders  can  be  placed 
in  advance  for  supplies  and  service.  The  following  houses  will  gladly  attend  to  such  orders.  Orders  are  called  for  in  the  morn- 
ing, and  auto  delivery  is  the  rule. 


Fine  Groceries.  Caileton,  Pascal  &  Co.  have  a  large  estalilish- 
iiit'iit,  inalviiii;;  a  specialty  of  fancy  groceries,  iiuit,  confectionery  and 
cigars.  Jn  addition  to  these  they  carry  crockery  and  kitchen  fur- 
nishings, making  a  specialty  of  such  articles  as  summer  residents  re- 
((uire.  Their  upstairs  department  has  a  complete  assortment  of 
everything  in  this  line.  They  are  also  Camilen  agents  for  S.  S. 
Pierce  &  Co.'s  goods. 

Pure  Milk.  Tin-  certainty  of  getting  puic  milk  is  one  of  Camden's 
advantages.  Mr.  (jeoige  K.  Nash,  an  autliority  on  daily  ])ractice. 
makes  a  sjieciaUy  of  milk  from  a  liigli-gi'aile  tested  herd,  his  lieing 
one  of  the  few  ])laccs  in  the  state  where  a  rigid  ins|)e<'tion  is  carried 
out.  The  rich  <[uality  of  tlic  milk  is  practically  iMpial  to  the  <'eiliticd 
milk  of  the  cities  and  is  es])ecially  desiral)le  for  childnn.  .Mr.  .Nasli 
also  supplies  cream,  hutter,  eggs  and  <'liickens. 

Meats  and  Game.  C.  K.  lieedy  makes  a  specialty  of  the  sum- 
mer husiness,  (tarrying  !x  line  of  meats,  ])oultry,  game  and  vegeta- 
hles.  He  has  Hoston  and  western  connections,  insuring  the  hest  the 
markets  att'ord,  and  indivichiai  ]n  efercnccs  arc  caiefuily  considei-ed 
in  filling  orders. 

Ulackington's  Fish  Market  will  attract  those  who  wish  the  liest 
in  sea  food.  .Mr.  I  .  (•.  lihickingtons  six  years'  experience  is  at 
the  service  of  his  ])atrons  in  furnishing  all  the  hest  fish  specialties  in 
their  season.  Fresliness  of  stock,  scrupuh)ns  neatness  .and  ])rom)it 
delivery  at  all  hours,  characterize  tlii^  iimdiiii  lish  market.  the 
store  is  conveniently  located  at  the  end  id  the  hiidgc.  .Main  Slii-el. 
Teh-j.hone.  100. 

Dry  Goods.  I^'rilhinshee  &  Wood.  .Masonic  'I'eniph'.  keeji  at  all 
times  a  very  (h-sirahle  stock  of  staple  and  fancy  ihy  goods  an<l 
ladies'  furinshings,  togetlier  with  such  honsekee|)ing  goods  as  are 
usually  tonnil  in  the  l)e.st  dry  goods  stores. 


Ice.  The  certainty  of  having  jiure  ice  delivered  with  regularity, 
in  ample  (juantity  and  at  reasonahle  i)rices,  is  an  im))ortant  factor  in 
one's  summer  comfort.  Mr.  J.  A.  Hrown  meets  all  these  recjuire- 
ments,  and  has  a  large  jiatronage.  ]5y  dropjjing  him  a  postal,  sinn- 
mer  resiilents  can  arrange  to  have  their  refrigeiators  stocked  witli  ice 
on  their  arrival. 

Coal  and  Wood.  P.  (i.  Willey  &  Co.  are  agents  for  the  hest  coal 
that  conns  into  the  state.  Ihey  deliver  in  any  <|uantity  and  at  the 
shortest  notice.  P^irejdace  and  stove  wood  in  any  length  to  suit  and 
perfectly  dry.  In  another  department  they  have  a  hu'ge  stock  of  hay 
and  straw.  Their  wharf  is  one  of  the  few  in  Canidem  where 
yachts  can  ohtain  fresh  water  direct  from  the  nuiins.  Ga.soline,  oils, 
waste,  masons'  supplies,  etc. 

Dunton's  Market  in  P<  iiy  Block,  the  newest  of  the  Camden 
nuirkets,  has  had  a  high-class  ])atronage  from  its  o|)ening  two  years 
ago.  Mr.  Dunton's  ex])erience  in  leading  Uostcin  markets  has  enahled 
him  to  anlici]).ate  and  nu'et  the  demands  of  sumnu'r  jiatrons  ami 
(doselv  a]i]ir<i\iHiate  to  nu'tro])olitan  service.  I  lis  inviting  store,  with 
its  modern  a]i]iointnients  and  choice  stock  of  market  s])eclallies 
in  the  line  of  meats,  game  and  vegetahles,  accounts  for  a  stea<lily  in- 
creasing list  of  customers.  Prom))t  serx  ici.  IKiiiicTit  deliveries. 
.1.   I?.   l)unlon  i^^  ('n..  pro)irielors. 

Dry  (lOods.  Camden  has  always  lieen  noted  I'or  its  well-stocked 
dry  goods  stores,  and  a  very  |io]>ular  cstahlishment  is  Achorn's. 
Parties  coming  from  a  distance  can  find  here  a  full  assortment  of 
cottage  su])]ilies,  such  as  hedding.  towels,  lalile  linen,  etc.,  as  well  as 
everything  in  (he  ilrv  and  tancv  gocids  line.      (I.   \\  .   Achorn  iV:  Co. 

Mr.  (Jeorge  H.  Mill  <d  .Melrose,  Mass..  may  he  addressed  foi' 
])lans  and  particnlais  ut  lots  at  hake  .Megiinlicook  shown  on  ])ages 
7'i  and  ".">. 


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Druggists.  Chandler's  Plunnuuv  (The  Kexall  Store)  is  a  very 
attrat'tive  store,  etjual  in  extent  and  aj)])(iintnients  to  wliat  one  would 
find  in  the  larger  cities.  Handling  nothing  but  the  best  in  drugs, 
confeetionery.  cigars,  etc.,  their  trade  is  very  large.  They  make  a 
specialty  of  such  prescription  work  as  the  healthfulness  of  Camden 
will  permit. 


Silverware  and  Jewelry.  .Mr.  I".  !■:.  .Morrow,  in  the  Montgom- 
ery Building,  carries  a  high  class  of  silverware  and  jewelry,  watches, 
ilo<ks  and  diamonds.  Me  makes  a  si)ecialty  of  golf  and  bridge 
l)ri/.es  and  .souvenir  goods,  besides  carrying  a  large  line  of  cutlery, 
cut  glass  and  fancy  leather  goods.  As  a  registei'ed  optometrist  he 
makes  a  specialty  of  prescription  work,  having  his  own  grin<ling  plant. 
'•  (Tlim])ses  of  Camden  "  for  sale  anil  mailed  to  any  address. 


The  Dickens'  News-stand  on  Kim  Street,  o])])osite  the  Potter 
Studio,  is  ])robalily  the  most  freipieiited  jjlace  in  Camden.  It  is  here 
that  the  Boston,  New  York,  Portland  and  Bangor  dailies  are  re- 
ceived and  distributed  every  day  in  the  week.  All  the  local  weekly 
and  semi-weekly  papers  and  all  the  leading  magazines  and  ])erio(li- 
cals  are  handled  by  subscri])tion  or  by  sale  over  the  counter.  Unus- 
ual things  in  i)ost-cards,  automobile  maps  and  guidebooks,  stationery, 
etc.  "  Glimpses  of  Camden  "  for  sale  and  mailed  to  any  address. 
A  newly  added  cliecking  department  for  baggage  and  jiarcels  is  a 
great  convenience. 


The  Village  Shop,  modeled  after  the  English  shops,  displays  not 
only  what  is  attractive  locally,  but  carries  a  large  variety  of  gift  s])e- 
cialties  and  novelties  a]>))ropriate  to  the  sumnu-r  or  any  season.  It  is 
artistic  through  and  through,  its  nuinager  seeming  to  know  just  what 
is  Htting  and  tasteful  in  every  selei'tion  disjdayed.  Place,  souvenir 
and  holiday  cards,  caid  prizes,  toys  tiiat  are  out  of  the  ordinary, 
rarities  in  cliina.  together  with  a  leiuling  library,  are  among  the  many 
dainty  and  useful  things  to  be  found  in  this  distinctive  gift  sho]). 
Miss  Jessie  B.  Hosnier,  proprietor.  In  a  connecting  shop  Miss 
Alice  H.  Knowlton  specializes  in  linens,  neckwear,  art  novelties  and 
embroideries. 


Stationery   and  Souvenirs.      .Miss   M.    K.     Bartlett's  attractive 

store  is  noted  for  its  tine  selection  of  souvenir  novelties,  booklets, 
etc.,  as  well  as  for  exclusive  and  correct  styles  in  stationery,  both 
plain  and  engraved  to  order.  Water-color  views  and  general  art- 
subjects.  Large  line  of  local  views,  jjost  cards,  card  jjrizes,  etc, 
Circidating  lil)rary  with  the  latest  l)ooks.  Agency  for  cut  flowers, 
plants  and  table  decorations. 


Photographs.  The  Potter  Studio  lias  an  unusually  fine  collec- 
tion of  Camden  jihotos,  including  a  huge  collection  of  Canulen  water- 
colors.  Developing  and  jtrinting  for  amateurs  and  full  line  of 
Eastman's  supjdies.  Columbia  (irafonolas  and  lecords.  Nearly  all 
the  large  jilates  in  this  book  are  from  piiotos  taken  by  the  Potter 
Studio,  from  whom  duplicates  can  be  ordered. 


Banks.      The    Camden   National  Bank  is  located  in  its  own  liuiid- 
ing,  corner  Main  and   Bay  View  Streets,  and  offers  its  facilities  to 
sunnner    visitors    as 
Capital,    S.-)(),()0(l. 


well    as  others.     Safe   deposit   boxes    for  rent. 
Snr])lus    and    profits,    S40,()(>0.      Deposits    over 


-;CiO(y.(tou. 


Druggists.  The  well-known  jibarmacy  of  ^Ir.  E.  E.  Boynton 
has  been  in  existence  numy  years  and  is  now  more  popular  than  ever. 
Besides  a  complete  line  of  drugs,  the  .store  has  the  agency  for  the 
best  candies,  such  as  Huyler's,  Page  &  Shaw's  and  Whitman's. 
The  .sodas  and  ice  creams  are  of  the  highest  ipiality. 


Banks.  Camden  is  fortunate  in  having  two  strong  banks.  Tlie 
Megunticook  National  Bank.  ca|pital  S."i(),()0((,  is  located  in  tiie  Cam- 
den iilock,  opposite  Bay  \'iew  House.  It  is  very  modern  in  its 
eijuipment,  having  new  steel  vaults  witii  best  safety  ai)])liances.  Ac- 
counts of  summer  visitors  receive  special  attention.  Safe  deposit 
boxes  for  rent. 


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Lumber  and  Builders'  Hardware  and  Materials.  M.  ('.  Wliit- 
inore  &  C'o.'s  luinljei'  whaif  is  one  of  the  busiest  ])laces  in  Camden. 
In  addition  to  lumber,  the  comjjany  deals  in  eoal,  wood  and  hay,  and 
furnishes  everything  in  building  materials  and  supplies.  They  also 
carry  brick,  cement,  builders'  hardware,  inside  trimmings,  paints, 
oils,  etc.  Their  warehouses,  wharves,  etc.,  are  the  most  extensive 
in  eastern  Maine. 


Plumber  and  Tinsmith.  In  nothing  is  ipiick  service  so  imjjor- 
tant  as  in  plumbing  emergencies.  A.  H.  Parsons,  opposite  Caiuden 
National  Bank,  on  Bay  View  Street,  has  all  the  facilities  for  install- 
ing and  repairing  plumbing,  heating  and  cooking  a])paratus.  Range 
repairs  prom])tly  attended  to.  Kstimates  glailly  furnished  for  large 
or  snuill  contiact  work. 


Florist.  Tlie  Miodcrn  greenhouses  of  (leorge  (ilaentv.el.  Union 
Street,  meet  both  summer  and  winter  demands  for  cut  flowers,  potted 
plants,  table  decorations,  etc.  Mr.  Glaentzels  skill  in  landscaj)e 
gardening  is  reflected  in  many  Camden  estates,  especially  in  the 
]ilanting  of  hardy  shrubs  and  evergreens  for  lawns,  borders  and 
])aths.  Several  acres  are  devoted  to  fancy  vegetables  and  such  rari- 
ties as  nmshrooms  are  under  constant  cultivation,  sup])lying  not  only 
the  local  market,  but  going  to  New  ^'cuk,  Hoston,  Nevv])ort,  Bar 
Harbor  atid  Islesboro.  Miss  M.  K.  Kartlett  is  1o<m1  agent.  He  also 
has  a  store  in  Odd  Fellows"  ISloik.  Schonl  .Street.  Rockland,  fcji 
su])plying  that  territory. 


Sailing-  and  Motor  Launch  Trip.s  in  (  a)il.  .lobn  W.  Wads- 
wcirtli's  motoi'  laundies,  ••  .Sea  Lion  "  and  ••  Lioness,"  is  an  ideal 
way  to  visit  the  many  i.slands  and  explore  the  attractive  shoics 
of  Penobscot  Hay.  The  launches  accommodate  thirly-tive  and  foity 
ami  can  be  engaged  by  the  hour  or  day  at  very  reasonable  rates. 
Captain  Wadsworth's  familiarity  with  these  waters  insures  the  safety 
as  well  as  the  interest  of  the  tri]).  Telephone  connection.  He  also 
has  several  small  launches  and  sail  boats  for  rent. 


Lumber.  The  Camden  Lumlier  Company  has  facilities  for  fur- 
nishing all  kinds  of  lumber,  plain  or  finished.  Having  their  own 
mill,  they  make  to  order  everything  that  belongs  to  the  woodwork  of 
the  house.  Nearly  every  cottage  in  Camden  contains  their  materials 
or  work.  They  have  added  coal  and  wood  to  their  line,  and  carry 
oils,  paints,  cement,  builders"  hardwaie.  etc. 

Boots  and  Shoes.  The  store  of  The  George  Burd  Shoe  Co.  is 
a  favorite  |)lace  for  buying  golf,  tennis  and  sunnner  shoes,  as  well  as 
all  the  other  varieties.  Those  who  come  here  once  are  sure  to  become 
regidar  patrons.  Many  summer  residents  ])rocure  their  winter  shoes 
here,  the  saving  over  city  ])rices  being  considerable. 


Carpenter,  Builder  and  Caretaker.  .Mr.  Frank  M.  Tibbetts, 
<()rner  Park  and  Mechanic  Streets,  is  not  onK  an  ex|)ert  carpenter, 
but  handles  contracts  for  new  buildings,  alterations,  etc.,  giving  his 
]iersonal  attention  to  .ill  such  work.  As  winter  caretaker  of  a  lunn- 
ber  of  cottages,  liis  skill  as  a  mechanic  is  of  great  advantage  to  his 
clients.  Cond)ined  with  this  is  a  re|)utation  for  fairness  in  all  his 
dealings.      Tele])hone  connection. 


C.  K.  Hopkins.  Building  lioth  in  wood  and  ceuieul.  Rcpaii's  and 
plans  and  specifications  for  any  kin<l  of  building  woik.  Having  been 
associatetl  with  tlie  Lake  ('ity  develo]unent,  hi-  has  built  and  can 
refer  to  the  "  Bok,"  "  Lockhart,"  "  Scarliorougli,"  ••  King  "  and  other 
cottages  there.  Also  sea  wall  aiul  shore  work  and  llic  o|icnirig  and 
ilosing  of  sunnner  cottages  and  their  winter  care. 


Fruit.  The  Megunticook  Fruit  C(nupany,  with  its  double  stores  on 
.Main  anil  .Mechanic  Siri'els,  has  an  exlensive  trade  with  summer  resi- 
dents and  with  visiting  yachts.  Orders  for  all  kinils  of  foreign  and 
domestic  fiuits,  faiu'y  vegetables  and  hothouse  specialties  pnunptly 
lillcd  by  auto  delivery.  Direct  im])ortation  of  macaroni  and  olive 
oil.  The  eai'liest  vegetables  arul  fruits  in  their  season.  Ttdejihone, 
11(1. 


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Distinctive  Summer  Furniture.  Few  CuhkIimi  or  Hockpurt 
cottages  iii'e  \vitho\it  Burpee's  t'uiiiitine  in  sdiiie  t'oiin.  Many  con- 
tain it  exclusively,  while  others,  (liscovering  tlie  ])lace  later,  have  be- 
come regular  clients.  With  extensive  show-rooms  in  the  center  of 
Kocklanirs  siiopping  district,  only  eight  miles  from  Caniilen,  Burpee's 
otters  the  quickest  solution  of  the  furniture  prolileni  to  he  found  this 
side  of  Boston.  P^verything  in  furnishing  from  the  reijuirements  of 
the  smallest  bungalow  to  those  of  the  largest  house.  Telej)hone  or- 
ders ])rom])tly  filled.  Daily  deliveries.  I?ur]ice  Furniture  Co.,  Main 
Streel,  HockJand,   Me. 


Electric  Lighting.  Camden  is  one  of  the  best-lighted  towns  in 
the  state.  This  service  is  furnished  liy  the  Rockland,  riiomaston  & 
Camden  Street  Railway,  insuring  a  regidar  and  uniform  current  not 
only  for  lighting  but  for  cooking  and  other  nuxlern  uses.  Practically 
all  Camden  and  Rockport  house.s  have  electric  lights  and  e(pii])nient. 
The  company  makes  a  specialty  of  wiring  and  lighting  sunnner  cot- 
tages, and  is  most  accommodating  in  making  quick  installations. 
Their  showrooms  in  Camden  liave  samples  of  fixtures  in  great 
variety,  together  with  the  latest  appliances  for  more  general  domestic 
uses. 


An  Island  Colony.  Dark  Harbor.  Islesboro,  Me.,  oi>]>osite  Cam- 
den, is  one  of  the  most  charming  and  beautiful  summer  resorts  on 
tiie  .\tlantic  coast.  Gilkey's  Harbor  and  the  Camden  Mountains 
to  the  west,  and  the  broad  reaches  of  Penobscot  Bay  with  its  count- 
less islands  to  the  east,  form  a  ])anorama  of  unusual  beauty.  Golf, 
tennis,  boating,  loathing  and  riding  give  ample  recreation  near  at 
hand  :  while  Jiutomoliile  trips  from  Camden,  and  voyages  by  launch 
among  the  islands,  afford  endless  o])portunities  foi'  those  who  like  to 
roam  afar.  Information  may  lie  liad  of  Mr.  (ieorge  S.  Parkei', 
.ST  Milk  St.,  Boston. 


Shore  Property  on  Belfast  Road.  Miss  M.  O.  Hill.  Barristers' 
Hall,  Boston,  lias  some  attra<tive  juoperties  on  Belfast  Road, 
togetiier  witii  a  higii-class  summer  cottage  for  rent. 


Antique  Furniture.  No  summer  residence  is  reallv  cnni|ihte 
unless  it  contains  some  examples  of  gemiine  jieriod  furuituir'.  When 
these  are  drawn  from  near-by  sources,  they  liave  an  addecl  value,  as 
they  exjiress  the  local  feeling  for  such  tilings.  Mr.  ('.  .M.  Blake  of 
(ili'J  Main  Street,  Rockland,  has  secured  in  this  way  many  rarities 
in  Colonial  and  other  furniture,  and  his  collection  is  said  to  be  the 
largest  in  the  state.  He  is  also  the  fortunate  owner  of  some  fine 
tracts  of  .shore  jiroperty  at  North  Haven,  which  are  for  .sale,  together 
with  some  cottages  for  rent. 


The  Camden  Savings  Bank,  locTtcd  in  i{ock])ort.  is  the  only 
savings  bank  in  tiie  two  towns,  and  one  of  the  three  savings  lianks  in 
Knox  County.  Its  investments  represent  an  unusuallv  large  per- 
centage of  (|uick  assets.  The  officers  consist  of  the  following  well- 
known  l)usiness  men  :  H.  L.  Shepherd,  President  ;  C.  S.  (Jardner, 
Treasurer.  Trustees.  .1.  W.  Bowers,  Dr.  B.  I).  E.  Huse,  C.  O. 
Montgomery,  H,  L,  .Shepherd,  C.  L.  Pasi-al.  Dr.  S.  Y.  Weidman, 
R.  W.  Carleton. 


Shingle  Stains.  The  Camden  <'ottages  are  noted  for  their  beautiful 
colorings,  whicli  are  largely  ilue  to  the  Cabot's  .Stains,  used  so  gen- 
erally by  Camden  builders  and  architects.  For  outside  pur|)oses  these 
stains  combine  a  highly  ]>reservative  mixture  with  tiie  most  pleasing 
c(dor  effects.  For  inside  uses  the  stains  have  the  advantage  of  being 
sim])le  in  tlieir  application  and  giving  a  great  variety  of  artistic  re- 
sults. Samples  of  the  stains  on  wood  with  illustrations  of  many 
lumses  treated  with  them  can  be  had  on  a])])lication  to  Saimiel  Cabot. 
Inc.,  141  Milk  Street,  Boston. 


Orchardside  Cottage  for  those  valuing  a  dioice  location  diieclly 
on  the  siiore  ami  not  objecting  to  a  small  house.  Ample  grounds 
sufficiently  retired.  Is  the  cottage  shown  next  to  grove  on  ])age  .'>1.'. 
Living  room,  den,  dining  room,  kitchen,  four  bedrooms  and  modern 
bath.  Laundry  and  maid's  room  in  annex.  Running  water,  sewer- 
age, electric  lights  and  two  open  tires.  For  plans,  etc..  address 
.1.  R.  Prescott,  Newtoinille,  .Mass. 


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